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Circe

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The book is about the story of the enchantress and sorceress Circe. It talks about her childhood with her strict parents, her decision to leave home and how she became so famous.

Year of Release: 2018

Author(s): Madeline Miller

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I chose this book because it’s the story of this great woman who is able to find her place in the world against the other gods. She becomes an important sorceress only with her strength and I admire this.

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The hound of the Baskervilles

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It’s a detective book. The greatest detective Sherlock Holmes has to discover how Charles Baskerville died, in a small countryside. I chose this book because I really love Doyle’s books.

Year of Release: 1902

Author(s): Arthur Conan Doyle

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Further information (link): https://openlibrary.org/works/OL262454W/The_Hound_of_the_Baskervilles

ISBN: 014043786X

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Insurgent

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As war erupts in the dystopian society that surrounds her, 16-year-old Divergent Tris Prior must continue to try to save those she loves and her.
That’s the second book of the Divergent trilogy

Year of Release: 1 may 2012

Author(s): Veronica Roth

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ISBN: 9780062388483

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Coming up for air

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George Bowling tries to escape from his normal routine and he starts a journey to return to his childhood house.
During the trip he tells about his life and his life experiences.

Year of Release: 1939

Author(s): George Orwell

Preview: https://openlibrary.org/works/OL1168021W/Coming_Up_for_Air#bookPreview

Further information (link): https://openlibrary.org/works/OL1168021W/Coming_Up_for_Air

ISBN: 9780156196253

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I think this book has a good start and is written in a clear and entertaining way.

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2000-2009 All CEFR B2 Drama English High school (grades 9+) Medium Length (up to 8 hrs) Novel

The Hunger Games (The Hunger Games #1)

A dystopian tale following two contestants in a battle for survival overshadowed by their corrupted societal system.

Year of Release: 2008

Author(s): Suzanne Collins

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2000-2009 All CEFR B1 CEFR B2 eBook English High school (grades 9+) Novel Print

Every Time a Rainbow Dies

Ever since Thulani’s mother passed away, he has been reserved and quiet. Thulani spends most of his time on the roof of their house where he takes care of his doves. While of the roof one day, he sees a young woman being assaulted in the alley next to their house. Thulani rescues her and takes her home. The girl explains that she doesn’t need him anymore, but Thulani can’t stop thinking about her.

Year of Release: 2002

Author(s): Rita Williams-Garcia

Preview: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/452238.Every_Time_a_Rainbow_Dies

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2010-2019 All CEFR B1 CEFR B2 eBook English High school (grades 9+) Novel Print

Driving by Starlight

Leena and Mishie, sixteen-year-old best friends, get excitement in their small rebellions against the Saudi cultural police by wearing forbidden clothing, flirting, and listening to prohibited music. Leena wants to go to university and experience being independent, she wants a different life.

Year of Release: 2018

Author(s): Anat Deracine

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2010-2019 All Audiobook CEFR B1 CEFR B2 eBook English High school (grades 9+) Novel Print

The 57 Bus: A True Story of Two Teenagers and the Crime That Changed Their Lives

Two high school students, Sasha and Richard, take the same bus everyday. Even though they take the same bus, they live in different worlds. Sasha grew up in a middle-class white family and attended a private school. Richard, a black teenager, went to a public school and lived in a dangerous area. One day, a fire occurred on the bus which left Sasha badly burned while Richard was accused of hate crimes and is now facing a life sentence.

Year of Release: 2017

Author(s): Dashka Slater

Preview: https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/33155325-the-57-bus

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ebook URL: https://www.amazon.com/57-Bus-Story-Teenagers-Changed/dp/0374303231

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2010-2019 All High school (grades 9+)

Tell the Wolves I’m Home

June has only ever been understood by her uncle, Finn. At fourteen, June didn’t have many friends and felt most comfortable when she was in Finn’s company. However, Finn suddenly dies which completely changes June’s world.

Year of Release: 2012

Author(s): Carol Rifka Brunt

Preview: https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/12875258-tell-the-wolves-i-m-home

Further information (link): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tell_The_Wolves_I%27m_Home

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ebook URL: https://www.amazon.com/Tell-Wolves-Carol-Rifka-Brunt/dp/0812982851

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Frankly in Love

Frank falls in love for the first time with a girl named Brit. However, Frank’s parents disapprove and want him to marry a Korean girl. Frank comes up with a plan to “fake” date Joy so his parents would be satisfied. What could go wrong?

Year of Release: 2019

Author(s): David Yoon

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