6-“28 Summers” by Elin Hilderbrand
– A novel that spans three decades of love, friendship, and complex relationships. Each year, a man and woman meet on Nantucket Island for a summer romance, despite the challenges life throws their way.
7-“The Five-Star Weekend” by Elin Hilderbrand
– A delightful short story that revisits the lives of beloved characters from Hilderbrand’s Nantucket novels for a long weekend filled with unexpected events and emotional revelations.
8-“A Thousand Splendid Suns” by Khaled Hosseini
– Set in Afghanistan, this gripping novel explores the lives of two women, Mariam and Laila, whose paths intersect during decades of war and conflict. It’s a powerful tale of friendship, resilience, and hope.
9-“All the Light We Cannot See” by Anthony Doerr
– A Pulitzer Prize-winning novel set during World War II that weaves together the stories of a blind French girl and a German boy whose paths cross in occupied France. It’s a beautifully written exploration of the human spirit’s resilience.
10-“The Song of Achilles” by Madeline Miller
– A reimagining of the ancient Greek myth of Achilles and Patroclus. This novel delves into their deep and passionate relationship, set against the backdrop of the Trojan War.
As we conclude our journey through these unforgettable books, it’s clear that some literary works are truly timeless and flawless in their own right. They remind us that perfection in literature doesn’t necessarily mean an absence of flaws but rather the presence of enduring stories that continue to captivate generation after generation. These books are not just words on pages; they are experiences, emotions, and journeys that we wouldn’t change a single thing about.
