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Death on the Nile

Agatha Christie

A murder mystery unfolds against the backdrop of an Egyptian honeymoon, as Poirot investigates the death of an heiress on a luxurious cruise.

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Daughters of the Moon

Lynn Ewing

A series focusing on four teenage girls with supernatural abilities who must navigate their powers and the challenges of adolescence.

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Harriet the Spy

Louise Fitzhugh

A young girl named Harriet loves to spy on her neighbors and takes notes in her journal, but when her secrets are discovered, her life unfurls in unexpected ways.

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The Last Kids on Earth

Max Brallier

Follow Jack and his friends as they fend off monsters and try to survive in a post-apocalyptic world. Filled with humor and action, this series captures the spirit of adventure in a unique way that keeps readers engaged.

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Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban

J.K. Rowling

Harry returns for his third year at Hogwarts and faces unexpected truths about his past, alongside friendships, adventures, and dark secrets.

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The Princess Bride

William Goldman

A fairy tale adventure that tells the story of a young woman, her true love, and the challenges they must overcome to be together.

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Alabama Moon

Watt Key

A young boy raised in the wilderness by his father must fend for himself after his father's death and navigate the outside world.

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Inkheart

Cornelia Funke

A girl discovers that her father has the ability to bring characters from books to life, leading to adventures filled with magic and danger.

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The Maze of Bones

Rick Riordan

Siblings Amy and Dan Cahill embark on a world-spanning treasure hunt in search of the 39 clues that lead to an incredible family secret.

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Endurance, Shackleton's Incredible Voyage

Alfred Lansing

The incredible journey of Ernest Shackleton and his crew as they attempt to cross Antarctica and the harrowing experiences they face after their ship becomes trapped in ice.

AdventureExplorationSurvival
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The Maine Woods

Henry David Thoreau

A reflection on conservation and the beauty of nature, detailing Thoreau's explorations in the wilderness of Maine.

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Dead Mountain, The Untold True Story of the Dyatlov Pass Incident

Donnie Eichar

An investigation into the mysterious deaths of a group of Russian hikers in the Ural Mountains in 1959, uncovering secrets of the night they perished.

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The River of Doubt: Theodore Roosevelt's Darkest Journey

Candice Millard

Details Theodore Roosevelt's perilous journey down a previously uncharted tributary of the Amazon River, filled with danger and discovery.

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Undaunted Courage: Meriwether Lewis, Thomas Jefferson, and the Opening of the American West

Stephen E. Ambrose

Chronicles the Lewis and Clark Expedition, highlighting the courage, hardships, and discoveries of Meriwether Lewis and William Clark.

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The Indifferent Stars Above, The Harrowing Story of the Donner Party

Daniel James Brown

A retelling of the tragic story of the Donner Party and their desperate struggle for survival during the winter of 1846-47.

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The Three Musketeers

Alexandre Dumas

A young man becomes a musketeer and gets involved in numerous intrigues, duels, and the political machinations of 17th century France alongside his new friends.

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True Grit

Charles Portis

The story of a young girl named Mattie Ross who hires a tough U.S. Marshal named Rooster Cogburn to help her seek revenge for her father's murder, showcasing determination and grit.

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The Martian

Andy Weir

Astronaut Mark Watney faces a battle for survival after being stranded on Mars. Using his ingenuity and humor, he navigates the challenges of isolation and limited resources, telling a gripping tale of perseverance.

Science FictionAdventureSurvival
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Percy Jackson & the Olympians: The Lightning Thief

Rick Riordan

A young boy discovers he is a demigod, the son of Poseidon, and is thrust into an adventure to recover Zeus's stolen lightning bolt, revealing his true potential along the way.

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Dungeon Crawler Carl

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After the apocalypse, Carl and his cat embark on a dungeon-crawling adventure filled with magic, monsters, and leveling up.

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Dungeon Crawler Carl

Matt Dinniman

Tells the story of Carl, who must navigate a fantastical dungeon filled with monsters and magic alongside his cat, facing challenges in a world that combines humor and RPG elements.

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The Blacktongue Thief

Christopher Buehlman

In this tale, a hapless thief finds himself entangled in a series of misadventures involving magic, danger, and colorful characters in a richly imagined world.

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A Darker Shade of Magic

V.E. Schwab

In a universe with parallel Londons, a magician can travel between them, and one such magician finds himself embroiled in a dangerous conspiracy that spans all worlds.

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The Rage of Dragons

Evan Winter

In a world where the ruling class wields immense power through dragon-like warriors, a young man seeks revenge against the oppressive forces that took everything from him.

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The Da Vinci Code

Dan Brown

A brilliant Harvard symbologist is pulled into a murder investigation that reveals a hidden truth about the Holy Grail. As he works to solve the puzzle, he uncovers a conspiracy that dates back thousands of years.

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Old Man's War

John Scalzi

In a future where the elderly can enlist in an interstellar military service to regain their youth, one man's experience as a new soldier reveals the complexities and moral dilemmas of war.

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The Little Prince

Antoine de Saint-Exupéry

A young prince travels from planet to planet, meeting various inhabitants and learning about life from them, presenting key insights about human nature and relationships.

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The Wildwood Chronicles: Wildwood

Colin Meloy

A girl and her brother venture into the mysterious wilderness of Wildwood, where they encounter bizarre creatures and embark on an epic adventure that tests their bravery.

FantasyAdventureChildren's
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The Night Circus

Erin Morgenstern

A magical competition between two young illusionists unfolds within a mysterious circus that appears only at night, blending enchanting and unnerving elements.

FantasyRomanceAdventure
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The Hazel Wood

Melissa Albert

A girl discovers her ties to a mysterious, sinister fairy tale world after her grandmother, the author of a cult classic fairy tale collection, disappears.

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Something Wicked This Way Comes

Ray Bradbury

Two teenage boys encounter a sinister carnival that arrives in their small town, bringing with it dark magic and life-changing experiences during one fateful fall.

FantasyHorrorAdventure
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Ship of Magic

Robin Hobb

Follows the lives of several characters as they navigate the seas and deal with the complexities of family, magic, and destiny.

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The Stormlight Archive

Brandon Sanderson

Set in a world plagued by storms and war, it follows multiple characters on their quests that intertwine and explore themes of leadership and morality.

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Wild

Cheryl Strayed

Wild recounts Cheryl Strayed's journey of self-discovery while hiking the Pacific Crest Trail, following her mother's death and a series of personal struggles.

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Pendragon series

DJ MacHale

Bobby Pendragon discovers he is a Traveler who can move between different territories and must battle evil forces threatening the universe.

FantasyAdventureScience Fiction
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The Enchanted Forest Chronicles

Patricia C. Wrede

A series featuring Princess Cimorene, who is bored with her royal duties and instead seeks out adventure in an enchanted forest filled with dragons, magic, and witchcraft. Each book follows her escapades as she defies traditional fairy tale roles.

FantasyAdventureHumor
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The Carpet People

Terry Pratchett

In a world that exists within the fibers of a carpet, two tribes struggle for survival while encountering mythical beings and treasures.

FantasyAdventureHumor
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The Reckoners Series

Brandon Sanderson

In a world where superpowered beings, called Epics, rule over regular humans, a group of ordinary people fights back against the tyranny of the Epics.

Science FictionSuperheroesAdventure
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The Abhorsen Trilogy

Garth Nix

A young necromancer must navigate through a world filled with death and magic to save the living and the dead from dark entities.

FantasyAdventure
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A Wish in the Dark

Christina Soontornvat

In a city where light represents wealth and power, a girl and a boy with different backgrounds must navigate through oppression and discover their own identities.

FantasyAdventure
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The Pendragon series

D.J. MacHale

A young boy discovers he is a Traveler, one who can move between territories and is tasked with saving the universe from destruction.

FantasyAdventureSci-Fi
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Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children

Ransom Riggs

A boy discovers a mysterious orphanage and children with unique abilities, leading to confrontations with terrifying creatures.

FantasyAdventureMystery
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Sorceline

Sophie Escabasse

A young girl with a passion for cryptozoology discovers her magical heritage while attending a school for witches.

Graphic NovelMagicAdventure
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Nimona

Noelle Stevenson

A young shapeshifter becomes the sidekick to a villain and together, they challenge societal norms, exploring themes of friendship and morality.

Graphic NovelFantasyAdventure
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The Unknown

J.W. Lynne

A suspenseful tale involving a group of kids kidnapped, unraveling mysteries and twists that keep readers engaged.

AdventureMysteryYoung Adult
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Ella Enchanted

Gail Carson Levine

In a world where obedience is a curse, a young girl must navigate her way through dangerous adventures to reclaim her freedom.

FantasyFairy Tale RetellingAdventure
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Coraline

Neil Gaiman

A young girl discovers an alternate world that mirrors her own, filled with sinister secrets and a doppelgänger that wants to keep her there.

FantasyHorrorAdventure
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Lumberjanes

Grace Ellis

A group of teenage girls at a summer camp encounter magical creatures and challenges, emphasizing friendship and teamwork.

Graphic NovelAdventureFriendship
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Legend series

Marie Lu

In a dark future, a prodigious girl and boy from opposing sides uncover the truth about their society during a thrilling chase.

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Conspiracy 365 series

Gabrielle Lord

A suspenseful series following a teenager on the run for an entire year, uncovering hidden truths surrounding his family's past.

ThrillerAdventureYoung Adult
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Monster Blood Tattoo series

D.M. Cornish

Follow a young foundling as he navigates a world of monsters and adventure in a richly imagined setting.

FantasyAdventure
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The Hobbit

J.R.R. Tolkien

A hobbit named Bilbo Baggins goes on an unexpected adventure with a group of dwarves to reclaim their homeland from a dragon.

FantasyAdventure
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The Prison Healer Series

Lynette Noni

A young healer must navigate the treacherous workings of a prison while protecting herself and her secrets.</br>

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The Hunger Games

Suzanne Collins

In a future where the government holds power over society through the annual Hunger Games, Katniss Everdeen volunteers to take her sister's place in a brutal fight for survival.

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Seven Realms Series

Cinda Williams Chima

In a realm divided, a young princess and a street lord clash as they uncover secrets that could shatter their world and lead to a new destiny.

fantasyadventure
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The Cruel Prince

Holly Black

A mortal girl navigates the treacherous world of Faerie, seeking to gain power and revenge against those who have wronged her.

FantasyYoung AdultAdventure
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A Court of Thorns and Roses

Sarah J. Maas

A retelling of Beauty and the Beast, where a mortal woman is taken captive by a faerie lord and learns the truth of her world.

FantasyRomanceAdventure
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The Maze Runner

James Dashner

A group of teens are trapped in a maze and must work together to escape while uncovering the mysteries surrounding their existence.

DystopianAdventureMystery
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Red Queen

Victoria Aveyard

In a world divided by blood, where the elite have silver blood and commoners have red, a young woman discovers her own powers and seeks to change her fate.

FantasyYoung AdultAdventure
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Divergent

Veronica Roth

In a society where people are divided into factions based on virtues, a girl must hide her divergent identity to survive and uncover a conspiracy.

DystopianAdventureYoung Adult
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Uprooted

Naomi Novik

A young woman is taken away from her village to serve a powerful wizard and must confront an ancient evil threatening her home.

fantasyadventureyoung adult
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Mrs. Frisby and the Rats of NIMH

Robert O’Brien

A mouse must save her family and seeks help from genetically modified rats in an adventure about bravery and sacrifice.

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The His Dark Materials Trilogy

Philip Pullman

A girl's journey across parallel universes to save her friend and confront dark forces.

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The Legend of Eli Monpress

Rachel Aaron

A charming thief and his team of magical companions try to steal powerful magical artifacts.

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The Chronicles of Amber

Roger Zelazny

A fantasy series that follows the adventures of Corwin, a prince of Amber, and involves multiple worlds and a deep family conflict.

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The Great Zoo of China

Matthew Reilly

A thrilling tale of dragons being brought to life in a modern setting, centering around a zoo designed around these creatures.

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A Boy and His Dog at the End of the World

C.A. Fletcher

In a post-apocalyptic world where dogs are nearly extinct, a young boy embarks on a perilous journey to retrieve his stolen dog, exploring themes of companionship and survival.

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A Ripple In Time

K.M. Hargan

A plane crash leads to a mysterious time warp, stranding passengers on a beach where they must navigate the complexities of time and survival.

Science FictionAdventureTime Travel
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Cast Away

Robert Macklin

Based on the true story of a man stranded on an uninhabited island and his struggles to survive and be rescued.

SurvivalAdventure
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Hatchet

Gary Paulsen

A young boy survives a plane crash in the Canadian wilderness and learns to fend for himself against the challenges of nature.

Young AdultSurvivalAdventure
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The Swiss Family Robinson

Johann David Wyss

A Swiss family is shipwrecked on a deserted island and must learn to survive and build a new life together.

survivaladventurefamily
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Robinson Crusoe

Daniel Defoe

A man survives a shipwreck and spends 28 years on a deserted island, encountering various challenges along the way.

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Mysterious Island

Jules Verne

A group of castaways discovers a strange island full of marvels and dangers, similar in spirit to 'Lost'.

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A Boy and His Dog at the End of the World

C. A. Fletcher

A post-apocalyptic novel about a boy, his family, and their journey to recover a stolen dog amidst a collapsed society.

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Island

Gordon Korman

A YA series about kids who are stranded and must survive on a desert island.

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The Beach

Alex Garland

A backpacker searches for a legendary beach paradise in Thailand, only to find that reality is far different from expectations.

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Mutiny on the Bounty

Charles Nordhoff and James Norman Hall

The true story of a mutiny aboard a British ship and the survivors' struggle on a remote island.

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Watership Down

Richard Adams

Follows a group of rabbits as they escape from their warren to find a new home, facing various challenges along the way.

literary fictionadventure
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The Last Unicorn

Peter S. Beagle

A unicorn goes on a quest to find her lost kin while encountering profound experiences that reflect on loss and love.

fantasyadventureromance
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The Last Bookaneer

Matthew Pearl

In the late 19th century, manuscript thieves, known as bookaneers, compete to steal a manuscript from Robert Louis Stevenson while navigating challenges in Samoa.

Historical fictionAdventure
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Tales of the South Pacific

James Michener

A collection of stories set during World War II in the South Pacific, illustrating the lives of soldiers and islanders amidst the backdrop of war.

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The Last Bookaneer

Mathew Pearl

In the late 1890s, a group of manuscript thieves, known as bookaneers, attempt to steal a novel from Robert Louis Stevenson while navigating treachery and intrigue in Samoa.

historical fictionmysteryadventure
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The Count of Monte Cristo

Alexandre Dumas

A man wrongfully imprisoned seeks revenge on those who betrayed him, leading to a journey of discovery and transformation.

RevengeAdventureHistorical Fiction
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The Secret Life of Walter Mitty

James Thurber

A daydreamer escapes his mundane life by imagining himself in adventurous and heroic scenarios.

AdventureFantasySelf-Discovery
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Into The Wild

Jon Krakauer

A young man leaves everything behind to live in the Alaskan wilderness, seeking freedom and a deeper understanding of life.

AdventureSelf-DiscoveryExploration
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On the Road

Jack Kerouac

A semi-autobiographical novel about the author's road trips across America with friends, exploring freedom and the search for a meaningful life.

TravelAdventureSearching for Meaning
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Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas

Hunter S. Thompson

An exaggerated, fictionalized account of a journalist's escapades in Las Vegas, reflecting on the American Dream and social issues of the time through a psychedelic lens.

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