Books matching: themes of friendship and betrayal
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Save:A layered, high-drama medical friendship saga that’s both juicy and heartfelt. Not perfect, but a strong debut for anyone craving smart women’s fiction with a side of hospital drama.
The caption read: FOR A MINUTE THERE, YOU BORED ME TO DEATH. This evidence of coolness, coupled with the tight jeans and the black eyeliner she also sported, rendered me silent with the pressing need... - #2
Save:Smart, sly, and subversive: "The Robber Bride" is a darkly funny, psychologically astute exploration of friendship, female rivalry, and the stories we tell ourselves. It’s not Atwood’s breeziest novel, but it’s sure to linger with you.
Tony gets up at six-thirty, as she always does. West sleeps on, groaning a little. Probably in his dreams he’s shouting; sounds in dreams are always louder. Tony inspects his sleeping face, his angula... - #3
Save:Unforgettable and clever, Code Name Verity is a beautifully crafted story of friendship, sacrifice, and survival - stick with the slower start and you'll be rewarded with an emotional powerhouse.
Just can’t think when it happened. She checked her papers, I checked my papers, Sergeant Silvey checked both of us, that headmistressy Special Operations officer who was nannying her checked, everybod... - #4
Save:A dark, thrilling sci-fi with complex stakes and jaw-dropping twists - Red Rising is a standout for fans of gritty, intelligent dystopian adventures, but its violence and intensity aren't for the faint of heart.
The first thing you should know about me is I am my father’s son. And when they came for him, I did as he asked. I did not cry. Not when the Society televised the arrest. Not when the Golds tried him.... - #5
Save:A richly atmospheric, female-driven Victorian fantasy that ups the stakes and the drama; a rewarding sequel for fans, though some character decisions and pacing missteps may cause a bit of eye-rolling.
HEREIN LIES THE FAITHFUL AND TRUE ACCOUNT OF my last sixty days, by Kartik, brother of Amar, loyal son of the Rakshana, and of the strange visitation I received that has left me wary on this cold Engl...
(Also, see 100 recommendations for the series Gemma Doyle ) - #6
Save:Short but dense, 'Sula' is a haunting and rewarding read - brimming with Morrison's poetic style and powerful themes. It's not always comfortable, but it is unforgettable.
Except for World War II, nothing ever interfered with the celebration of National Suicide Day. It had taken place every January third since 1920, although Shadrack, its founder, was for many years the... - #7
Save:A bittersweet, immersive tale of friendship’s highs and lows, "Summer Sisters" is a beach read with depth - messy, honest, and likely to leave you feeling nostalgic long after the last page.
Her mother, who was bathing her youngest brother, Nathan, looked at her as if she were nuts. Nathan had muscular dystrophy. His body was small and misshapen. They had a contraption that allowed him to... - #8
Save:Twisted, atmospheric, and full of heart-pounding suspense - The Memory Wood is an addictive psychological thriller that delivers big on tension and originality. A dark, clever debut that thriller lovers shouldn’t miss!
When they file back into the room, I’m no longer in the chair. Instead, I’m sitting on the table, bare legs swinging. A pink square of sticking plaster gleams on my knee. Weird, really, that I don’t r... - #9
Save:Perfect for fans of suspenseful YA with a solid mystery and a second-chance heroine - you won’t want to put it down until you get to the last page!
I didn’t recognize the name on the street sign. Nothing about the rural road looked familiar or friendly. Tall, imposing trees and overgrown weeds choked the front of the dilapidated home. Windows we... - #10
Save:A moody, character-driven mystery brimming with nostalgia and suspense - stick with it, and you’ll be rewarded with a satisfying, twisty ride.
Fat chickens packed into factory farms, maggots wriggling like a thick white carpet, buffalo fumbling toward the edge of a cliff: all spacious situations compared to the New York City subway at 6:00 p...
