Hey, Cancer! We’ve pulled together a list of books for Cancer book lovers. These tales about loyal and suspicious protagonists are the best books for Cancer readers. Enjoy these 8 zodiac book recommendations.
Vera Wong’s Unsolicited Advice for Murderers by Jesse Q. Sutanto
Vera Wong, a lonely tea shop owner in San Francisco’s Chinatown, discovers a dead body in her shop. She impulsively steals a flash drive from the scene to try to solve the crime herself. Vera soon finds herself bonding with her customers, any of whom could be the killer.
The Queen of the Damned by Anne Rice
Akasha, the queen of the damned, awakens from a 6,000 year slumber with a sinister plan to “save” humanity and kill Lestat. Her rise unleashes a world of complex, sensual, and dangerous power in Anne Rice’s masterful storytelling.
Midnight’s Children by Salman Rushdie
A remarkable saga filled with magical realism, that portrays the lives of 1,000 children endowed with supernatural gifts. Born at the exact moment of India’s independence, Saleem Sinai’s life becomes intertwined with the fate of his nation.
I Hope This Finds You Well by Natalie Sue
Jolene, an admin, secretly vents her frustrations in hidden postscripts until one is exposed and lands her in trouble. When she gains unauthorized access to her coworkers’ private messages and uncovers looming layoffs, she must navigate office politics. This heartfelt debut examines love, loneliness, and the quirks of work life.
East of Eden by John Steinbeck
A powerful, mythic tale set in California’s Salinas Valley, tracing the intertwined fates of two families, who mirror biblical stories. This novel is a timeless masterpiece, deeply embedded in American literature and culture.
Circe by Madeline Miller
Helios’ daughter discovers her gift for witchcraft and is exiled by Zeus to a deserted island. There, Circe encounters legendary figures from mythology, and battles to protect what she loves most; ultimately choosing where she truly belongs.
Beowulf by Maria Dahvana Headley
Offers a contemporary lens on a timeless tale, with a fresh perspective on gender, genre and history. This ancient epic, explores the complex entanglement of monsters and heroes in a world where justice is elusive and power is constantly contested.
And the Mountains Echoed by Khaled Hosseini
Spanning from Kabul to Paris, San Francisco and the Greek island of Tinos. The novel examines the far-reaching consequences of choices made by parents, siblings and caretakers across generations and continents.
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