CS Lewis Space Trilogy Adventure Fantasy Science Fiction That Hideous Strength – CS Lewis (1945) That Hideous Strength by CS Lewis blends dystopia, spiritual warfare, and moral courage against technocracy in a gripping post-war tale.
John Steinbeck Non Fiction Travels With Charley – John Steinbeck (1961) Travels With Charley by John Steinbeck reflects on America’s beauty and complexity during a road trip with his dog, Charley, in the 1960s.
Walter Scott Adventure Historical Romance Ivanhoe – Sir Walter Scott (1819) Ivanhoe by Sir Walter Scott blends romance and chivalry, depicting Norman-Saxon tensions in 12th-century England under King Richard I.
Nikolai Gogol Classics Satire Dead Souls – Nikolai Gogol (1842) Dead Souls by Nikolai Gogol follows Chichikov’s absurd scheme of buying deceased serfs, exposing Russia’s societal flaws with biting satire.
JRR Tolkien Adventure Fantasy Supernatural The Children of Hurin – JRR Tolkien (2007) The Children of Hurin by JRR Tolkien tells a tragic tale of Turin Turambar's cursed fate, heroism, and doom under Morgoth's malevolent shadow.
William Shakespeare Romance Satire As You Like It – William Shakespeare (1599) As You Like It by William Shakespeare is a witty comedy set in the Forest of Arden, exploring love, identity, and transformation with lively humor.
CS Lewis Non Fiction A Grief Observed – CS Lewis (1961) A Grief Observed by CS Lewis offers raw insights into mourning, love, and faith, reflecting on his wife’s death and spiritual renewal.
Edgar Allan Poe Mystery Psychological Supernatural The Cask of Amontillado – Edgar Allan Poe (1846) The Cask of Amontillado by Edgar Allan Poe is a chilling tale of revenge as Montresor lures Fortunato into a deadly trap during Carnival.
Henry James Classics Psychological Satire The Portrait of a Lady – Henry James (1881) The Portrait of a Lady by Henry James follows Isabel Archer’s journey of freedom, betrayal, and personal growth in a world of societal constraints.
Paulo Coelho Fantasy Psychological Supernatural The Witch of Portobello – Paulo Coelho (2006) The Witch of Portobello by Paulo Coelho tells Athena’s story through diverse perspectives, exploring spirituality, love, and self-growth.