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Save:A moody, atmospheric deep-dive into nostalgia, love, and loss - with gorgeous writing, flawed characters, and plenty to reflect on, but it’s not for everyone. If you’re in the mood for a melancholic, character-driven coming-of-age tale, it’s worth a try.
I WAS THIRTY-SEVEN THEN, STRAPPED IN MY SEAT AS THE HUGE 747 plunged through dense cloud cover on approach to the Hamburg airport. Cold November rains drenched the earth and lent everything the gloomy... - #2
Save:A satisfying, character-rich end to a unique series - heartfelt, clever, and packed with adventure, even if it doesn't quite hit the highest highs of earlier books for every reader.
RICHARD Mar ran through the woods. The wound in his side wept dark blood, almost black. A bad sign. His liver was likely lacerated. Congratulations, he told himself. You’ve finally managed to get your...
(Also, see 100 recommendations for the series The Edge ) - #3
Save:Perfect if you want a dose of humor with a side of heartbreak and family drama, but Claire's self-absorbed voice isn't for everyone. Light and fun for chick lit fans, but not Keyes' absolute best.
February the fifteenth is a very special day for me. It is the day I gave birth to my first child. It is also the day my husband left me. As he was present at the birth I can only assume the two event... A beautifully written, quietly haunting exploration of love, regret, and the mysteries of the heart - best for readers who appreciate a subtle, reflective story rather than page-turning drama.
My birthday’s the fourth of January, 1951. The first week of the first month of the first year of the second half of the twentieth century. Something to commemorate, I guess, which is why my parents n...- #5
Save:A moody, beautifully-written collection perfect for fans of introspective, bittersweet fiction - Murakami at his quietly weird best, though not for everyone.
BASED ON THE MANY TIMES he had ridden in cars driven by women, Kafuku had reached the conclusion that most female drivers fell into one of two categories: either they were a little too aggressive or a... - #6
Save:A delightfully bizarre, thematically rich book that’s best experienced rather than decoded. Read it for the atmosphere, the journey, and the feeling of being swept along a literary fever dream. Perfect for open-minded readers up for an adventure in magical realism - just don’t expect all the answers.
Cash isn't the only thing I take from my father's study when I leave home. I take a small, old gold lighter—I like the design and feel of it—and a folding knife with a really sharp blade. Made to skin... - #7
Save:A modern masterpiece of surreal storytelling. It’s a haunting, thought-provoking trip through the uncanny cracks in everyday life - best suited to readers willing to wander, wonder, and make peace with unanswered questions.
When the phone rang I was in the kitchen, boiling a potful of spaghetti and whistling along with an FM broadcast of the overture to Rossini’s The Thieving Magpie, which has to be the perfect music for... - #8
Save:A beautifully unique, bittersweet mosaic of modern love - short, smart, and perfect for those who love romance with a twist. Try it if you want something innovative and heartfelt; skip if you want a conventional love story.
I was so nervous to meet Kathryn. You’d made it clear she was the only friend whose opinion you really cared about, so I spent more time getting dressed for her than I ever had for you. We met at that... - #9
Save:Personal, powerful, and deeply human - a must-read memoir that offers a raw and necessary look at the complexities of the immigrant experience. Bring tissues and an open heart!
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Save:A poignant, atmospheric coming-of-age story set against the turbulence of 1970s Iran. Perfect for readers who want character-driven drama, cultural insight, and a touch of bittersweet romance.
Sleeping on the roof in the summer is customary in Tehran. The dry heat of the day cools after midnight, and those of us who sleep on the rooftops wake with the early sun on our faces and fresh air in...
