An American Tragedy by Theodore DreiserElusive dreams and moral dilemmas collide in this searing portrait of ambition and social class in early 20th century America.
Interview with the Vampire by Anne RiceEternal life comes at a steep price in this gothic tale that redefined vampire lore for generations of readers.
Doctor Zhivago by Boris PasternakA sweeping saga of love and loss unfolds against the backdrop of revolutionary Russia in this classic novel.
I'm Starting to Worry About This Black Box of Doom by Jason ParginHold onto your seats as a mysterious black box ignites nationwide panic and sends two unlikely companions on a wild cross-country adventure.
Cry, the Beloved Country by Alan PatonOur 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.
All Quiet on the Western Front by Erich Maria RemarqueMany readers consider this powerful anti-war novel to be one of the most influential books of the 20th century.
Jane Eyre by Charlotte BrontëNew depths of passion and psychological insight emerge in this pioneering work of Gothic romance.
Poverty, by America by Matthew Desmond Brace yourself for a sobering examination of how affluence perpetuates poverty in America's wealthiest nation.
PS, I Love You by Cecelia AhernSorrow and hope intertwine in this poignant tale of a young widow finding her way forward after devastating loss.
Pet Sematary by Stephen KingGrim consequences await those who tamper with death in this chilling tale of grief, loss, and supernatural forces.
Howards End by E.M. ForsterBrimming with themes of class conflict and social change in Edwardian England, this classic novel explores the intertwining lives of three families.