The Giver – Lois Lowry
So I’m not the biggest sci-fan fan and perhaps my pick is probably one of the top books chosen by schools that gets circulated a lot – but I still love it anyway. I’ve always had this love for books that are set in a utopian society but The Giver provided a twist. The book uncovers this society that on surface level looks perfect but, in reality, it’s more messed up than any Thanksgiving family party you’ve been to. The urge to fight against the ordered society and finding your individuality is what rings true to me. Lois Lowry has a way with words that goes beyond the fact that The Giver won countless awards; there are so many reasons why the book continues to be read today.
[Camille Ann Espiritu]
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