Suzanne Collins The Hunger Games Fantasy Science Fiction Young Adult Mockingjay – Suzanne Collins (2010) Mockingjay by Suzanne Collins reveals Katniss Everdeen’s struggles as the Mockingjay, confronting war, sacrifice, and resilience in the trilogy’s finale.
George Orwell Classics Psychological Science Fiction 1984 – George Orwell (1949) 1984 by George Orwell follows Winston Smith’s fight against a regime that manipulates truth, crushes individuality, and defeats the human spirit.
George Orwell Classics Psychological Satire Animal Farm – George Orwell (1945) Animal Farm by George Orwell is an allegory of power, corruption, and lost ideals as a revolution’s hope descends into betrayal and tyranny.
William Golding Adventure Psychological Young Adult Lord of the Flies – William Golding (1954) Lord of the Flies by William Golding is a gripping allegory of human nature, showing boys’ descent into savagery on a deserted island.
Lois Lowry The Giver Fantasy Science Fiction Young Adult The Giver – Lois Lowry (1993) The Giver by Lois Lowry follows Jonas as he uncovers haunting truths about his utopian society, confronting control, memory, and humanity.
Lois Lowry The Giver Fantasy Science Fiction Young Adult Gathering Blue – Lois Lowry (2000) Gathering Blue by Lois Lowry tells of Kira, whose weaving talent sparks hope and challenges oppression in a world filled with hardship.
Lois Lowry The Giver Fantasy Science Fiction Young Adult Messenger – Lois Lowry (2004) Messenger by Lois Lowry follows Matty, a boy with healing powers, as he confronts selfishness threatening his utopian community.
Lois Lowry The Giver Fantasy Science Fiction Young Adult Son – Lois Lowry (2012) Son by Lois Lowry is a moving tale of Claire’s quest to reclaim her son Gabe, exploring love, sacrifice, and hope in a dystopian world.
Ray Bradbury Classics Fantasy Science Fiction Fahrenheit 451 – Ray Bradbury (1953) Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury is a dystopian tale of censorship and rebellion, highlighting the enduring value of knowledge and individuality.
Margaret Atwood The Handmaid's Tale Classics Fantasy Science Fiction The Handmaid’s Tale – Margaret Atwood (1985) The Handmaid's Tale by Margaret Atwood is a dystopia exploring women’s resistance, identity, and hope under a brutal theocratic regime.