Top 5 Books Every Young Adult Should Read (And Why They Still Matter)
If Google were a person, it would probably suggest 3,482 books for young adults to read before turning 20. But let’s get real—you do not need to read them all . You just need to read the right ones. Books that challenge you. Books that make you laugh, cry, think—and maybe even change how you see the world. Here are five that still hit hard, stay timeless, and matter more than ever. 📚 1. The Book Thief by Markus Zusak Why it matters: Narrated by Death during Nazi Germany, this isn’t just a tale about war—it’s a story about the power of words, resilience, and what it means to be human. 🔍 Teaches: Empathy, courage, the power of storytelling 💥 Bonus Thought: If words could change the world, what would yours be? 📚 2. The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas Why it matters: Inspired by real-life events, this book tackles race, identity, and justice with raw honesty. It’s a mirror and a megaphone for Gen Z. 🔍 Teaches: Critical thinking, social awareness, voice 💥 Bonus Thought: S...