4.26 avg rating — 6,929,785 ratings

"Beautifully written and thought-provoking"

4.30 avg rating — 4,844,438 ratings

"A love story that is told very well"

4.08 avg rating — 883,873 ratings

"The philosophy in this book is so well put. Perfect for summer."

4.33 avg rating — 2,502,703 ratings

"Sad, lovely, and short so you can fit it into your suitcase while on vacation"

4.30 avg rating — 515,840 ratings

"An excellent read that's perfect for a summer book club"

3.72 avg rating — 216,625 ratings

"This book reads like a fantasy and makes you appreciate both the past and the potential of the future."

3.94 avg rating — 1,759,724 ratings

"beautifully written, excellent for a debate with friends"

4.12 avg rating — 5,754,233 ratings

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4.03 avg rating — 208,131 ratings

"This book has a lot to interpret and think about regarding the wild vs. civilization."

3.92 avg rating — 475,572 ratings

"Very much like White Fang, but going in the opposite direction."

4.20 avg rating — 141,013 ratings

"Perfect if you're vacationing in Hawaii."

4.02 avg rating — 175,812 ratings

"Beautifully written, also nice and short, perfect for a vacation read."

3.94 avg rating — 324,829 ratings

"Not a happy book, but nicely written all the same."

3.98 avg rating — 327,415 ratings

"A haunting read that pulls you in within the first few pages."

4.36 avg rating — 3,514,489 ratings

"Perfect cultural read. A must."

4.49 avg rating — 366,249 ratings

"Stephen King writes really well."

4.02 avg rating — 177,152 ratings

"It's not about summer, but it's so lovely, with so much to think about afterwards"

4.36 avg rating — 1,200,812 ratings

"Perfect for kids and adults alike, it forces you to think about how you interact with someone who is different"

3.81 avg rating — 201,113 ratings

"Very philosophical"

4.11 avg rating — 796,774 ratings

"A great book about African culture vs. Christianity. Great for fans of anthropology"

4.10 avg rating — 1,490,974 ratings

"Always good, it takes you on a ride"

3.95 avg rating — 21,308 ratings

"A happy book that makes you want to make a more positive impact on the people around you."

really liked it 4.00 avg rating — 173,869 ratings

"Bittersweet, beautifully written"

4.13 avg rating — 131,682 ratings

"Excellent historical fiction with magical realism"

4.39 avg rating — 596,593 ratings

"A graphic graphic novel, but very thought-provoking"

4.20 avg rating — 5,520,198 ratings

"A serious read"

4.31 avg rating — 1,479,081 ratings

"A good read about how you approach war"

4.16 avg rating — 123,440 ratings

"A haunting read."

3.99 avg rating — 64,345 ratings

"Very thought-provoking about death and racism in the South"

4.18 avg rating — 3,463,125 ratings

"A good mystery with great characters"

4.30 avg rating — 4,482,244 ratings

"Perfect adventure read for summer, with a wonderful writing style."

4.62 avg rating — 4,132,300 ratings

"Always good for summer reading"

3.86 avg rating — 1,050,916 ratings

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