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My Sister's Keeper: A NovelMy Sister's Keeper: A Novel by Jodi Picoult
Buy new: $10.20 / Used from: $2.75
I made the mistake of reading the end of this in the break room at my work. I was blubbering like a baby. Jodi Picoult raises provacative questions about using one child to help keep another alive.
The Perks of Being a WallflowerThe Perks of Being a Wallflower by Stephen Chbosky
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A lonely high school boy has trouble fitting in and deeper problems yet to be remembered.
SoldSold by Patricia McCormick
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A girl is sold away to someone in the sex trade.
The Kite Runner Illustrated EditionThe Kite Runner Illustrated Edition by Khaled Hosseini
Buy new: $19.77 / Used from: $16.09
Get past the first chapter. It seems daunting but the book quickly unfolds after that and it's just amazing.
The Time Traveler's WifeThe Time Traveler's Wife by Audrey Niffenegger
Buy new: $11.20 / Used from: $1.68
A love story about a man that can move back and forth in time.
Prep: A NovelPrep: A Novel by Curtis Sittenfeld
Buy new: $11.16 / Used from: $0.01
I don't know that I cried by I was depressed for a while after reading this. Maybe it reflected my time away at college too much for my comfort. :)
The Miraculous Journey of Edward TulaneThe Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane by Kate Dicamillo
Buy new: $12.91 / Used from: $2.78
A Children's Book that is such a great read!
Snow Flower and the Secret Fan: A NovelSnow Flower and the Secret Fan: A Novel by Lisa See
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Takes place in China when foot-binding was still the norm.
The NotebookThe Notebook by Nicholas Sparks
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I read this after watching the movie. I found the movie a lot more powerful but you can't go wrong reading a Sparks book for some tears.
The Lovely BonesThe Lovely Bones by Alice Sebold
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Told from the point of view of a murdered little girl.
Night (Oprah's Book Club)Night (Oprah's Book Club) by Elie Wiesel
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Holocaust
Nineteen MinutesNineteen Minutes by Jodi Picoult
Buy new: $10.20 / Used from: $6.99
Jodi Picoult is the master of writing about uncomfortable issues in such a way that you still can't put the book down!! This title revolves around a high school shooting.
The Five People You Meet in HeavenThe Five People You Meet in Heaven by Mitch Albom
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SpeakSpeak by Laurie Halse Anderson
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A girl is afraid to speak of an assault on her.
His Bright Light: The Story of Nick TrainaHis Bright Light: The Story of Nick Traina by Danielle Steel
Buy new: $10.88 / Used from: $1.98
I don't typically read Danielle Steele, but this title was picked for my book club. I really enjoyed it. It's the story of her son's life and struggle with bipolar disorder.
A Thousand Splendid SunsA Thousand Splendid Suns by Khaled Hosseini
Buy new: $15.57 / Used from: $10.69
Very good book!
Marley & Me: Life and Love with the World's Worst DogMarley & Me: Life and Love with the World's Worst Dog by John Grogan
Buy new: $11.16 / Used from: $7.77
For dog lovers!