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Cold Sassy tree

Olive Ann Burns

~6 h 40 min book1984

Explore love, loss, and tradition in Cold Sassy Tree by Olive Ann Burns, as 14-year-old Will navigates life in early 1900s Georgia.

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    Discover the passionate romance of Achilles and Patroclus in Madeline Miller's reimagining of Greek mythology set during the Trojan War.

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    Life of Pi

    Yann Martel

    4.0(154)~6 h 30 min book2000

    Explore the extraordinary tale of Pi Patel, survival, and spirituality with a Bengal tiger. Discover resilience in Yann Martel's 'Life of Pi.'

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    Vendor of sweets

    RK Narayan

    ~4 h book1993

    Discover R.K. Narayan's 'Vendor of Sweets', a poignant tale of tradition and change in India, exploring the life of Jagan and his son Mali.

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    Memorial do Convento

    José Saramago

    ~12 h book1995

    Explore José Saramago's 'Memorial do Convento', a magical realism novel set in 18th-century Portugal, weaving love and history around the Mafra Convent.

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    Lizzie Bright and the Buckminster Boy

    Gary D. Schmidt

    ~3 h 40 min book1999

    Explore the poignant story of Turner and Lizzie's friendship in 1910 Maine, as they confront societal challenges and personal growth.

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    Youth without god

    Ödön von Horváth

    ~3 h book2019

    Explore Ödön von Horváth's 'Youth Without God,' a powerful critique of totalitarianism and its impact on youth in a pre-WWII Europe.

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    Eze Oche Abaghi

    Chuks F. Demson

    ~5 h book

    Explore governance and relationships in the Igbo community through Eze Oche's life in 'The Unruly King' by Chuks F. Demson.

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    Bakery on the Cove

    Wendy Meadows

    ~5 h book

    Join a dedicated baker in a charming coastal town as she unravels secrets and mysteries that threaten her beloved bakery. A delightful cozy mystery!

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    Imijelo Yegazi

    Zanemvula S Zotwana

    ~5 h book

    Explore identity and heritage in post-apartheid South Africa through Zanemvula S Zotwana's compelling narrative in 'Imijelo Yegazi'.

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    The Labors Of Hercules Beal

    Gary D. Schmidt

    Join Hercules 'Herk' Beal in a witty coming-of-age tale filled with adventure, identity, and mythological challenges.

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    Beautiful Lives

    Catherine Davey

    ~7 h book

    Explore the interconnected lives in 'Beautiful Lives' by Catherine Davey, a touching tale of relationships, struggles, and the pursuit of happiness.

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    The Little Prince

    Antoine De Saint-Exupery

    ~1 h 30 min book2000

    Join the Little Prince on a poetic journey exploring love, loss, and the absurdity of adulthood in this timeless tale by Antoine De Saint-Exupéry.

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    Nothing but life

    Brent van staalduinen

    ~5 h book2020

    Explore family dynamics and personal growth in 'Nothing but Life' as a teenage boy navigates identity, loss, and resilience in a small Canadian town.

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    L’après

    Émilie Ouellette

    ~3 h 30 min book

    Explore resilience and healing in 'L’après' as friends confront grief and loss after a shared tragedy. A poignant journey of recovery.

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    The Nickel Boys

    Colson Whitehead

    4.4(13)~4 h book2019

    Discover Colson Whitehead's powerful novel about two boys facing the brutal realities of a 1960s reform school in Florida.

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    bog child

    siobhan dowd

    ~5 h book2008

    Explore Siobhan Dowd's 'Bog Child,' a gripping tale of self-discovery set in 1980s Northern Ireland amidst the Troubles.

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    elements of architecture

    koolhaas-r

    ~50 h book2014

    Explore the key components of architectural design in Rem Koolhaas's 'Elements of Architecture,' blending theory with practical insights.

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    Americanah

    Chimamanda Ngozi

    ~9 h book

    Explore Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie's 'Americanah,' a powerful tale of love, race, and the immigrant experience across cultures.

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    Youht Without God

    Ödön von Horvàth

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    Explore Ödön von Horváth's 'Youth Without God,' a gripping novella on disillusionment and moral dilemmas in a fascist society.

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    Grace Land

    Chris Abani

    ~3 h 20 min book

    Explore Chris Abani's 'GraceLand', a coming-of-age tale of Elvis, a boy chasing rock star dreams amidst Nigeria's 1980s turmoil.

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