Identity

The Chosen (Chaim Potok)

The Chosen by Potok follows the story of two young Jewish boys, Reuven and Danny, growing up in 1940s Brooklyn. Through their unlikely friendship, the novel explores their experiences with religious identity, familial expectations, and […]

Dystopia

The Road (Cormac McCarthy)

In a post-apocalyptic world, a father and son embark on a treacherous journey towards the coast, facing scarcity, danger, and the struggle to maintain their humanity. Their bond and determination fuel their survival in the […]

Open Option

The Catcher in the Rye (J.D. Salinger)

The Holden Caulfield embarks on a journey following his departure from school, exploring the complexities of identity, loneliness, and societal expectations. Through encounters with various characters, he grapples with the challenges of growing up and […]

Open Option

The Collector (John Fowles)

The Collector tells the story of Frederick Clegg, an introverted and socially awkward man who becomes infatuated with Miranda Grey, an art student. He kidnaps her and holds her captive in his basement, hoping to […]

Recent Prize Winner

Normal People (Sally Rooney)

Normal People follows the intertwined lives of Marianne and Connell from their school days in a small Irish town to their years at university in Dublin. As they navigate their complex relationship, marked by love, […]