Separate page to keep track of Fiction books. Exploring the idea of “Transformative Literature” so I only recently started reading more fiction.

All Quiet on the Western Front All Quiet on the Western Front

(10/10) Great read. Reminded me of The Hobbit.

The Sound of Waves The Sound of Waves

(10/10) I loved this book. Romeo-and-Juliet-like love story.

The Hobbit The Hobbit

(10/10) Will definitely pick this up again. Really fun read.

Infinite Jest Infinite Jest

(9/10) Super confusing but brilliant. The writing alone with have you thinking thoughts you didn’t know you were capable of.

The Sailor Who Fell From Grace With the Sea The Sailor Who Fell From Grace With the Sea

(9/10) Chilling exploration of post-war Japan and the effect of westernization on culture and Japan’s youths.

The Temple of the Golden Pavilion The Temple of the Golden Pavilion

(8/10) Interesting story about an evil monk obsessed with beauty.

Siddhartha Siddhartha

(8/10) Great intro to Eastern Philosophy. Quick read. Everyone should read this.

The Death of Ivan Ilych The Death of Ivan Ilych

(8/10) Quick read. Grapples with the concept of dying and thinking about the things that you thought were important, but really weren’t. Easy to read and great writing.