Want to Start Reading?
Three Books Recommended by the Lynn Community
By Gretchen Lembcke-Pena, Editor-in-Chief
With the rise of platforms like BookTok, BookTube, Bookstagram and more, many reading is gaining popularity. iPulse interviewed members of the Lynn community about books they recommend to new readers.
“Beneath a Scarlet Sky” by Mark T. Sullivan is based on a true story that takes place during Nazi Germany. Pino Tella, the main character, faces loss, love and the horrors of the war in his homeland as he grapples with being a spy for Allied forces under German rule. Lynn Librarian Leecy Barnett shared her thoughts on this book and how much it excited her.
“This book kept me on the edge of my seat,” said Barnett. “I read it so long ago, yet it stays with me.”
Young adult novels cover complex concepts but are framed in a way that is easy to understand. Student Jonah Cole recommend any book within this category that is a genre the reader may be interested in, such as romance, contemporary and dystopian.
“Books like ‘The Hunger Games,’ ‘Divergent’ and ‘The Mortal Instruments’ are just some I would recommend,” said Cole, a sophomore. “The stories are compelling, and the books are long enough to the point where you get used to the idea of reading a whole book.”
Going back to the 2010s, John Green is an author that remains loved by many. His books like “The Fault in Our Stars,” “Paper Towns” and “Looking for Alaska” are some of his more popular publications. Matthew Billelo, a senior at Lynn, recommends Green’s book, “Turtles All the Way Down.”
“A great place to start John Green is with ‘Turtles All the Way Down,’” said Billelo. “It’s an easy read, it’s a fun read and it makes you think a little bit.”
Reading is a great activity not only for expanding your knowledge but piquing your interest and creativity. If you would like to start your reading journey, head to the Eugene M. and Christine E. Lynn Library, and you might just find your ideal read.
