More than just an old favorite: an old friend. This book was in my backpack during my first week of high school, and it has spent many a night under my pillow so it could “whisper its story” to me as I slept. The perfect story for anyone who has ever drawn comfort from a book.
A classic tale of good and evil that has withstood the test of time due to its powerful messages of friendship and persevering through extreme adversity.
A book with a great overall concept and a beautiful message… but with writing that I would have gladly slashed through with my little red editing pen if I had the chance.
A fun mystery full of unique characters and a vast array of magical worlds with doors that are yet to be discovered. I am looking forward to exploring the sequels in the future.
An old favorite of mine that was initially a reluctant choice for a high school English assignment. Thought-provoking, dark, and sometimes devastating, it’s not exactly my first choice for beach reading. However, it does bring to mind the slow, inevitable decay of the world around us as summer makes its gradual turn to fall.