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"East of Eden" by John Steinbeck A multi-generational family saga set in California’s Salinas Valley, the novel explores themes of good and evil, as two families grapple with sin, redemption, and the complexity of human nature.
"The Bell Jar" by Sylvia Plath The semi-autobiographical story of Esther Greenwood, a young woman struggling with depression and societal pressures, providing a poignant exploration of mental illness and gender roles.
"The Book Thief" by Markus Zusak In Nazi Germany, a young girl steals books to cope with the horrors of the war, while Death narrates her story.
"The Custom of the Country" – Edith Wharton A sharp critique of social climbing and ambition.