Foreign

Markus Zusak’s The Book Thief is a deeply moving novel about Liesel Meminger, a young girl growing up in Germany during World War II. Her love of books helps her endure loss, the horrors of war, and find hope even in the darkest of times.

M.L. Stedman’s The Light Between Oceans is a touching novel about a couple who live on a remote island and tend to a lighthouse. One day, they find a boat carrying a baby and make a decision that will change their lives forever.

James Greenwood’s The True Story of a Little Ragged Boy is a touching novella about an orphaned boy who is forced to survive on the streets of London. The book portrays the harsh lives of poor children, their struggles, dreams, and hopes of finding a better future.

Victoria Schwab’s The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue is a fantasy novel about a young woman who makes a deal with a mysterious force and gains immortality, but is cursed to be forgotten by everyone she meets. The book explores the search for freedom, love, and the desire to leave a lasting mark on the world.

Diana Wynne Jones’s Howl’s Moving Castle is a magical fantasy novel about a girl named Sophie who is transformed into an old woman by a curse and finds herself in the mysterious castle of the wizard Howl. Along with her new friends, she experiences incredible adventures and tries to break the spell.

C.S. Lewis’s The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe is a magical story about four children who enter the enchanted world of Narnia through a mysterious wardrobe. There, they meet the great lion Aslan and help defeat the evil White Witch.

Alice Oseman’s Solitaire is a young adult novel about a girl named Tori Spring, who tries to understand herself, her feelings, and her relationships with other people. The book explores themes of loneliness, friendship, self-discovery, and unexpected changes in life.

Katherine Woodfine’s The Mystery of the Clockwork Sparrow is an exciting detective novel about young Sophie Taylor, who, together with her friends, investigates the mysterious theft of a precious mechanical sparrow. The book takes readers to 19th-century London, a city full of secrets, inventions, and dangerous adventures.

Terry Pratchett’s Wyrd Sisters is a witty fantasy novel from the Discworld series, in which three witches attempt to restore justice after the murder of a king. The book combines humor, magic, adventure, and numerous references to Shakespeare’s works.

David Nicholls’ Us is a touching novel about family relationships, love, and the struggle to save a marriage. During a journey across Europe, a husband tries to regain his wife’s trust and rebuild his relationship with their son.

Helen Fielding’s Bridget Jones’s Diary is a funny and sincere novel about a single woman who tries to change her life, find love, and accept herself. The book tells the story of her everyday failures, dreams, work, and relationships.

Nicola Yoon’s The Sun Is Also a Star is a novel about two teenagers who accidentally meet in New York and change each other’s lives in just one day. It is a story about love, dreams, choices, and the power of unexpected encounters.

David Mitchell’s The House on the Edge is an unusual novel about memory, family, and a mysterious house that becomes a meeting place for different people and events. The book combines drama, fiction, and reflections on life.

Nicholas Evans’ The Divide is a touching novel about love, loss, family secrets, and a difficult choice that can change a person’s life. It is a story about human emotions set against the backdrop of majestic nature.

J. K. Rowling’s The Casual Vacancy is a novel about a small town where, after the sudden death of one of its residents, hidden conflicts, secrets, and disputes between people begin to emerge.