Summary: The Giver by Lois Lowry is a dystopian young adult novel that takes place in a seemingly perfect but tightly controlled society where all aspects of life are regulated and emotions are suppressed. The story centers on Jonas, a young boy chosen to be the Receiver of Memory, a position that exposes him to the hidden truths and emotions of the world before the society's strict regulations.
Summary: White Rose by Kip Wilson is a young adult historical novel in verse that tells the gripping true story of Sophie Scholl, a courageous anti-Nazi activist in Nazi Germany during World War II. Through beautifully crafted poems, the book portrays Sophie's transformation from a young and idealistic student to a fearless resistor who, along with her brother Hans and their friends, forms the White Rose resistance group.
They Called Us Enemy, by the incredible George Takei, tells the story of the Japanese internment camps during World War two from the perspective of young George himself, who experienced it. This book shows the truth about the horrors many Japanese- Americans faced in America during World War II. From being forced to leave their homes and belongings behind, to living in stable cars that reek of manure, George tells the horrifying story of his childhood, and the war that overshadowed it all.
The first in the series that includes the acclaimed Odyssey, The Iliad is less celebrated, but just as worthy of praise. While slightly confusing with the number of characters, the few that you get attached to have incredible stories. The meddling gods make for a fun battle as they each pick their side in the infamous trojan war.
The incredible epic spanning over nine years, with giants and sirens and witches who turn people to pigs. The Odyssey by Homer is a difficult read, but incredibly rewarding. The characters are interesting, and Odysseus and his crew get into countless iconic stories. Reading it will also assist in many other things as many other iconic stories allude to The Odyssey.
The movie Missing follows June, a high schooler living in LA. June’s dad unfortunately suffered a brain tumor while June was a child, so June’s mom has been taking care of her. June’s mom had recently gone on a vacation with her boyfriend, Kevin, to Colombia. Although it seems like Kevin and her mom are having a great time, when June goes to pick them up from the airport, they are nowhere to be found. Panicking, June contacts the police, but they struggle to find out what is happening.
Summary: Look for Me is a thriller novel by Lisa Gardner that follows Detective D.D. Warren as she investigates a gruesome murder scene where a family of five has been brutally slaughtered, except for the eldest daughter who is missing. Flora Dane, a survivor of a past abduction, becomes a key character as she assists D.D. in the search for the missing girl while dealing with her own traumatic past.
In the sequel to City of Dusk, the five heirs are separated across the realms and must find their way to each other. Risha, the necromancer, realizes she is not as close to the dead as she thought after being trapped in the underworld. Nikolas is trapped in the bone castle under the thumb of his ruthless god who wants only to use him and his newly discovered brother as pawns in his war. Taisa and Julian battle alone in the realm of the dark, and stumble across the only remaining member of the Lunaris royal family.
Born a Crime, written by Trever Noah is quite wry, but it is hard-hitting. tribute to Noah’s mother, a deeply religious woman of unfathomable bravery. Trever Noah is one my favorite comedians. The book is a tribute to Noah’s mother, a deeply religious woman of unfathomable bravery.
Summary: King's Cage is the third installment in the Red Queen series by Victoria Aveyard. In this dystopian fantasy novel, the story continues to follow Mare Barrow, a powerful Red-blooded girl with Silver abilities, as she is held captive by King Maven. The book explores themes of power, rebellion, and the consequences of a divided society.
