By the Book

Many aspects of British immigrant experiences are woven into this multigenerational saga of friendship, family, and cultural identity in London.

Our summary of Alan Paton's "Cry, the Beloved Country" provides an in-depth look at this powerful South African novel, including plot, characters, and historical context.

Many readers consider this powerful anti-war novel to be one of the most influential books of the 20th century.

Now, an unforgettable tale of forbidden love unfolds against the backdrop of rural 1960s Iowa.

Long after a mysterious apocalypse, a group of women grapple with survival and meaning in a desolate world devoid of humanity.

Bridging the gap between memory and reality, this monumental novel explores the depths of human experience.

Let's journey into a high-stakes thriller where a detective races to save kidnapped children from a twisted social experiment.

Drugs, sex, and rock 'n' roll collide in this gripping tale of a 1970s band's meteoric rise and dramatic fall.

Entering the realm of Gothic parody and Regency romance, this witty tale follows a young woman's journey from naivety to maturity.

Haunting and heartfelt, this novel explores faith, friendship, and fate through the life of an extraordinary boy in small-town New Hampshire.

Soar through the sky with a generous witch and her animal friends in this enchanting children's tale.

The brutal Trujillo dictatorship in the Dominican Republic comes alive through the eyes of four courageous sisters in this powerful historical novel.