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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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    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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    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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    five little indians

    michelle good

    2020

    Discover Michelle Good's powerful novel about five Indigenous children overcoming trauma from residential schools in Canada.

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    Number the Stars

    Lois Lowry

    ~2 h 20 min book

    Discover the story of Number the Stars, a historical novel about bravery and friendship in Nazi-occupied Denmark. Learn about characters, themes, and more.

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    Different Seasons

    Simon and Schuster

    ~12 h book

    Explore Stephen King's Different Seasons, a collection of four novellas including Shawshank Redemption and The Body. Discover themes, characters, and more.

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    The Silent Women

    Tara Lynn Masih

    ~5 h book

    Explore Tara Lynn Masih's The Silent Women, a short story collection about silenced women finding their voices. Themes, quotes, and analysis.

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    Mistress of the Persian Boarding House

    ~6 h book

    Explore the themes, characters, and ending of Mistress of the Persian Boarding House in this detailed summary and analysis.

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    A Thousand Splendid Suns

    Khaleo Hosseini

    4.3(134)~8 h book2007

    Discover Khaled Hosseini's powerful novel about friendship and survival in war-torn Afghanistan. Explore the lives of Mariam and Laila.

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    demon copperhead

    barbara kingsolver

    ~11 h 20 min book2022

    Explore Barbara Kingsolver's 'Demon Copperhead,' a powerful novel inspired by Dickens, tackling love and systemic challenges in Appalachia.

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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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    Les Victorieuses

    Laetitia Colombani

    ~4 h 10 min book

    Les Victorieuses: a novel about a burnt-out lawyer who finds purpose at a women's shelter, interwoven with the story of its founder.

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    A Separate Peace

    John Knowles

    ~4 h book

    Explore the classic novel A Separate Peace by John Knowles: summary, themes, characters, and key takeaways. Understand the story of Gene and Finny.

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    The Nightengale

    Kristin Hannah

    ~8 h book

    Discover the powerful story of two sisters in WWII France in Kristin Hannah's The Nightingale. Read a summary, themes, quotes, and more.

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    the cellist of sarajevo

    Steven Galloway

    ~3 h 20 min book2008

    Explore Steven Galloway's poignant tale of resilience during the Siege of Sarajevo, where music becomes a symbol of hope in despair.

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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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    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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    Encountering Riel

    David Orr

    ~5 h book2017

    Explore David Orr's insightful look at Louis Riel's life and impact on Métis rights in Canada. A must-read for history enthusiasts!

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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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    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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