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Set in the rugged mountains of 1930s Kentucky, The Giver of Stars follows Alice Wright, a spirited Englishwoman who escapes her stifling marriage by joining the Packhorse Library Project—a WPA initiative that delivers books to remote Appalachian communities. Alongside a group of extraordinary women, including the fearless Margery O’Hare, Alice braves harsh terrain, societal prejudice, and personal demons to bring literacy and hope to the isolated…-
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The Fifth Season is the first book in N. K. Jemisin’s groundbreaking Broken Earth trilogy, a masterpiece that redefines epic fantasy. Set on a supercontinent called the Stillness, where catastrophic climate disasters (known as “Fifth Seasons”) regularly devastate civilization, the story follows three intertwined narratives: Essun, a woman searching for her missing daughter in a world collapsing into chaos. Damaya, a young girl with dangerous powers, taken…-
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The Fever Code is the prequel to the Maze Runner series, revealing the origins of the Glade, the Maze, and the devastating Flare virus. Set before the events of The Maze Runner, this novel follows Thomas and Teresa as children, recruited by the shadowy organization WICKED to find a cure for the Flare—a deadly pandemic that drives people to madness. As WICKED’s experiments grow more brutal, Thomas and…-
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In The Death Cure, the harrowing conclusion to the Maze Runner trilogy, Thomas and his friends escape WICKED’s control—only to discover the organization’s experiments were just the beginning. The Flare virus is spreading uncontrollably, turning humanity into mindless, cannibalistic Cranks. WICKED claims they’ve found a cure, but at a horrific cost: the survivors of the Trials must surrender their memories permanently. Thomas refuses, leading a rebellion against…-
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The Crime of Sylvestre Bonnard by Anatole France is a charming and philosophical novel that tells the story of Sylvestre Bonnard, a kind-hearted and scholarly antiquarian whose passion for rare books leads him into unexpected adventures. Through Bonnard’s reflections and actions, the novel explores themes of love, justice, and morality, often with subtle humor and irony. France’s elegant prose and insightful observations create a rich portrait of a man whose intellectual pursuits are intertwined with his humanity, earning the book the prestigious Prix Goncourt in 1905.-
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The Compleat Angler by Izaak Walton is a timeless celebration of the art of fishing, blending practical advice, philosophical reflections, and pastoral poetry to explore the harmony between nature, leisure, and the human spirit.-
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The Coming Race by Edward Bulwer-Lytton is a speculative science fiction novel about a hidden, advanced subterranean civilization with telepathic powers, exploring themes of technology, utopia, and human progress.-
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The Circus Boys on the Mississippi by Edgar B. P. Darlington is an adventurous tale that follows the young circus performers, the Circus Boys, as they travel along the Mississippi River, facing challenges, thrilling escapades, and encountering new people while pursuing their dreams in the world of circus entertainment.-
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The Circus Boys on the Flying Rings by Edgar B. P. Darlington is an adventurous tale following Phil and Teddy Forrest, two determined brothers who join the circus to pursue their dreams of performing on the flying rings. The story captures the excitement and challenges of circus life, as the boys navigate daring performances, backstage rivalries, and personal growth. Packed with action, camaraderie, and the spirit of adventure, this novel offers a fascinating glimpse into the colorful world of the circus while celebrating perseverance and courage.-
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In The Chrysalids, John Wyndham crafts a chilling post-apocalyptic world where genetic purity is enforced with religious fervor. Set in Waknuk, a farming community in a radiation-scarred future, the story follows David Strorm, a boy who hides a dangerous secret: he possesses telepathic abilities—a mutation punishable by exile or death in his rigid society. When David befriends Sophie, a girl with an extra toe, and…-
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