Some of these book may contain adult themes. Also look at year 12 and the staff picks.
The Dark Tower series
Stephen King The Dark Tower is a series of books written by American author Stephen King, which incorporates themes from multiple genres, including fantasy, science fantasy, horror and western. It describes a "gunslinger" and his quest toward a tower, the nature of which is both physical and metaphorical. King has described the series as his magnum opus. All 8 novels make up a total of 4,250 pages. (Wikipedia) Goodreads (amazing revues) Book Trailer for The Gunslinger Recommended by Mr A. "I believe even non-Stephen King fans will enjoy this series. A great series about a gunslinger that travels through different worlds on a mysterious quest. " Library - SF Fantasy KIN The Alchemist
Paulo Coelho This story, dazzling in its powerful simplicity and inspiring wisdom, is about an Andalusian shepherd boy named Santiago who travels from his homeland in Spain to the Egyptian desert in search of a treasure buried in the Pyramids. Along the way he meets a Gypsy woman, a man who calls himself king, and an alchemist, all of whom points Santiago in the direction of his quest. No one knows what the treasure is, or if Santiago will be able to surmount the obstacles along the way. But what starts out as a journey to find worldly goods turns into a discovery of the treasure found within. Lush, evocative, and deeply humane, the story of Santiago is an eternal testament to the transformation power of our dreams and the importance of listening to our hearts. Goodreads Book Trailer Recommended by Michelle T |
The Perks of Being a Wallflower
Chbosky, Stephen Charlie is a freshman. And while he's not the biggest geek in the school, he is by no means popular. Shy, introspective, intelligent beyond his years yet socially awkward, he is a wallflower, caught between trying to live his life and trying to run from it. Charlie is attempting to navigate his way through uncharted territory: the world of first dates and mix tapes, family dramas and new friends; the world of sex, drugs, and The Rocky Horror Picture Show, when all one requires is that perfect song on that perfect drive to feel infinite. But he can't stay on the sideline forever. Standing on the fringes of life offers a unique perspective. But there comes a time to see what it looks like from the dance floor. The Perks of Being a Wallflower is a deeply affecting coming-of-age story that will spirit you back to those wild and poignant roller-coaster days known as growing up. Goodreads Book trailer Recommended by Mr A "A coming of age story. Simple and entertaining read. " SF Life CHB |