Some Book Recommendations For A Bored Highschooler

As a high school student, the most popular books on our reading list cover a wide spectrum of genres and themes that resonate with our diverse interests. Classics like "To Kill a Mockingbird" by Harper Lee and "The Great Gatsby" by F. Scott Fitzgerald transport us to different eras, prompting discussions about justice, identity, and the pursuit of the American Dream. In the realm of contemporary fiction, titles like "The Hunger Games" by Suzanne Collins and "The Fault in Our Stars" by John Green have us gripped with their compelling narratives and relatable characters dealing with love, survival, and profound existential questions. For those of us drawn to non-fiction, "The Diary of Anne Frank" by Anne Frank and "The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks" by Rebecca Skloot provide eye-opening insights into history and science. These books not only enhance our school curriculum but also encourage us to think critically and empathize with different perspectives, which is why they remain enduring favorites among high schoolers like us.

"Mad Honey" by Jodi Picoult & Jennifer Finney

The story revolves around the case of 18-year-old Asher Fields, who is charged with the murder of his girlfriend, Lily Campanello. Asher's mother, Olivia McAfee, initially believes in his innocence but is reminded of the similarities between Asher and her abusive ex-husband, Asher's father.J

"The Sunbearer Trials" by Aiden Thomas

Once every decade The Sunbearer Trials take place to choose the best semidios (demigods) who keeps the sun stone fueled and ensure the safety of the world for next ten years. Gold semidioses are strongest and most powerful and for many years only they are selected to compete in the trials.