Oryx and Crake by Margaret Atwood
Haunting visions of a genetically engineered future collide with a poignant tale of survival in this dystopian masterpiece."
Books
Jude the Obscure by Thomas Hardy
A tale of thwarted ambition and forbidden love challenges Victorian social norms in this controversial classic.
It Can't Happen Here by Sinclair Lewis
No one believes it could happen in America - until a charismatic demagogue seizes power and plunges the nation into fascist tyranny.
Bleak House by Charles Dickens
Despite its considerable length, this Victorian masterpiece weaves an intricate tale of mystery, romance, and social commentary that captivates from start to finish.
Remembrance of Things Past by Marcel Proust
Bridging the gap between memory and reality, this monumental novel explores the depths of human experience.
Rock Paper Scissors by Alice Feeney
Love, deception, and face blindness collide in this gripping thriller set against the backdrop of a remote Scottish getaway.
Cutting for Stone by Abraham Verghese
Betrayal, exile, and the healing power of medicine intertwine in this sweeping saga of twin brothers born in Ethiopia.
Mud Puddle by Robert Munsch
Beloved by children for generations, this playful tale pits a determined young girl against a mischievous mud puddle with hilarious results.
Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm by Kate Douglas Wiggin
Enchanting readers for over a century, this classic tale follows a spirited young girl's journey from farm to fortune.
Artemis Fowl by Eoin Colfer
Gripping fantasy and clever schemes collide as a young criminal mastermind takes on the hidden fairy world in this inventive series starter.
All Quiet on the Western Front by Erich Maria Remarque
Many readers consider this powerful anti-war novel to be one of the most influential books of the 20th century.
A Prayer for Owen Meany by John Irving
Haunting and heartfelt, this novel explores faith, friendship, and fate through the life of an extraordinary boy in small-town New Hampshire.