If you’ve watched my YouTube video on autumn book recommendations (click the video below to watch), then hopefully you would have seen the honourable mentions I made at the end of the video. I realised after editing the video, I definitely have a favourite genre when it comes to literature (i.e. Victorian London lol) so I wanted to give more variety for the non-history buffs out there. Here are some summaries of the book (without spoilers) to pique your interest.
Entangled by Cat Clarke– Young adult thriller
Grace is trapped in a white room with her kidnapper who forces her to recount the steps to her capture.
But as she starts to regain her memory it becomes clear that all is not as it seems.
This book is very
obviously meant for young adults (as you read, you’ll see what I mean). It’s
like the equivalent of a cheaply made but juicy Netflix original in the literary
form so I recommend as a guilty pleasure.
A classic that I don’t really have to describe.
If you like mystery and thriller you’re obviously going to enjoy the set. I know this is also Victorian, but they are the most 'autumny' books on my list.
I’m also realising I have a huge thing for British literature. This series is a set of 12 short stories, so they are the perfect length to enjoy but I also highly recommend the audiobooks. Stephen Fry voices all of them and he’s amazing (also stars in the films as Mycroft Holmes).
Codename Villanelle by Luke Jennings – Thriller
Yes, this is technically also British, but the main character villanelle is Russian so there’s your token diversity character in this book list.
This is modern (hurray) and action-packed. World of books describes it as “Jason Bourne meets The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo” and I couldn’t think of anything more accurate.
Not
for the faint of heart (if you’re not into international spies and assassinations
this won’t be your thing but c’mon that’s pretty badass if you ask me)
Link to rent the series (for all you action lovers out there)
Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland by Lewis Carrol – Children’s fiction
A children’s
classic that isn’t just for children.
This novel is endearing, I think everyone
can enjoy this since the majority of us have grown up knowing the story already.
Read the book and see if you can notice any differences between the films
(there’s been 3 films made!).
Alice’s adventures in the magical land of wonder
is a wonderful read with so many wonderful details that obviously couldn’t be
replicated accurately on the big screen, which allows you to use your imagination
and make wonderland your own! Obviously, the mad hatter is my favourite
character (insert comic con pictures *cough cough*)
but that totally doesn’t make me biased…
Charlie and The Chocolate Factory by Roald Dahl - Children’s fiction
And of course,
another British book. Sue me.
I think absolutely everyone can enjoy this book. Whether you’re an advanced reader or a beginner. It’s light-hearted, wacky, and talks about chocolate.
It’s such a sweet (pun unintended) book that makes you feel cosy and warm. It reminds me of my childhood, so I highly recommend with a mug of hot chocolate (and marshmallows if that’s your thing).
Links to both films (because they’re both great in my opinion)
2005 version
1975 version (free with prime)
World of Books ships internationally so hopefully you can purchase a paperback for very cheap since they're all second hand.
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