What are some of the best books you've read, and is criminally underrated?
My selection would be "The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn."
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My life, and I am still writing it
Flowers for Algernon by Daniel Keyes. Apart from the controversial storyline, the way it is written is very intentional. It shows, in a progressive manner, the difficulties in learning to read and write as well as the challenges one can face when in command of the language in terms of self expression. It may fall under short stories in some cases, however I always recommend it as a great book.
The Power of Imagination by Neville Goddard. Such an incredible book.
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The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini Killer Instinct by Joseph Finder The Taking by Dean Koontz
If you are into philosophy or you question life in general, I highly recommend Sophia's World by Jostein Gaarner. This book doesn't only entertain you but it also gives you knowledge about life, wisdom, and philosophy. But if you only want some light reading, you can start by children's book like Charlie and The Chocolate Factory. Its cheaper too
- StephanCertified TEFL and ESL Teacher
I have read countless of books ranging from thrillers to biographies but one of the best I have read is With The old Breed by Eugene Slegde. A WW2 biography but the only book that tested my imagination to its limits.
The Names they gave us by Emery Lord. It was one of those books where I did not want it to end and after finishing it I can still remember the story so vividly. I would most definitely recommend it.
The Names they gave us by Emory
- JennyCertified ESL Teacher who helps her student in Conversational English.
Books for Sir Conan Doyle
What a good question! I would say it's 'The silent Patient' by Alex Michaelides. I wouldn't say it is underrated, but I'm pretty sure, not many people know about this book.
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