Girl with a Pearl Earring by Tracy Chevalier
A young servant's connection to the famous painting and the enigmatic artist who created it.
Books
Ramona Quimby, Age 8 by Beverly Cleary
The humorous and heartwarming adventures of a spirited young girl navigating the challenges of family and growing up.
Native Son by Richard Wright
The story of a young black man's tragic downfall in 1930s Chicago.
Snow Falling on Cedars by David Guterson
A murder trial in a small fishing community exposes the lingering effects of racism and past traumas.
The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian by Sherman Alexie
A young Native American's journey of self-discovery and the challenges of growing up on a reservation.
Looking for Alaska by John Green
A young man's transformative journey as he navigates friendship, love, and the search for meaning.
Le Morte d'Arthur by Sir Thomas Malory
The epic legends of King Arthur, Guinevere, and the Knights of the Round Table.
One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest by Ken Kesey
A patient's rebellion against the oppressive regime of a psychiatric institution.
Misty of Chincoteague by Marguerite Henry
The story of a young boy and his sister who capture and tame a wild pony.
Mockingjay by Suzanne Collins
The thrilling conclusion to the Hunger Games trilogy as Katniss leads the rebellion against the Capitol.
Quo Vadis by Henryk Sienkiewicz
A tale of love and faith set against the backdrop of Nero's persecution of early Christians in ancient Rome.
Stranger in a Strange Land by Robert A. Heinlein
A human raised by Martians navigates the complexities of Earth's society and culture.