📚 Books to Read After The Incandescents
Just finished the incandescents? Here are 5 magical next reads curated just for you:
📘 The Light We Lost by Jill Santopolo
Rating: 3.91 / 5 (66,447 ratings), Published: 2017
When to read it: When you're in a reflective mood, contemplating the impact of past relationships on your present.
This poignant love story follows two individuals over the course of many years, exploring the enduring power of first love and the choices we make that shape our futures. "The Light We Lost" will tug at your heartstrings and make you ponder the connections that leave a lasting glow long after they've faded.
Genres: Romance, Contemporary Fiction, Coming of Age
After reading: Readers will feel a bittersweet warmth, appreciating the beauty of love's complexities and the way it illuminates our paths in unexpected ways.
📘 All the Light We Cannot See by Anthony Doerr
Rating: 4.33 / 5 (890,279 ratings), Published: 2014
When to read it: During moments of solitude, when you crave a deeply moving and exquisitely written story.
Set during World War II, this Pulitzer Prize-winning novel weaves together the lives of a young blind French girl and a German boy, illuminating the invisible threads that connect us all. Like "The Incandescents", this book captures the ethereal beauty of human resilience in the face of hardship and the enduring power of hope in dark times.
Genres: Historical Fiction, War, Literary Fiction
After reading: Readers will be left in awe of the human spirit's capacity for courage and kindness, reminded that even in the darkest of times, there is light to be found.
📘 The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern
Rating: 4.04 / 5 (694,154 ratings), Published: 2011
When to read it: When you crave to be whisked away to a world of enchantment and mystery.
Step into a magical realm where a mysterious circus arrives without warning, captivating all who enter its black and white tents. This mesmerizing tale of star-crossed lovers and extraordinary performers will enchant fans of "The Incandescents" with its lyrical prose and spellbinding storytelling.
Genres: Fantasy, Romance, Magical Realism
After reading: Readers will feel a sense of wonder and a renewed belief in the enchanting possibilities that exist beyond the ordinary, like discovering light in the midst of darkness.
📘 When Breath Becomes Air by Paul Kalanithi
Rating: 4.35 / 5 (408,396 ratings), Published: 2016
When to read it: In moments of contemplation about the meaning of life, mortality, and the pursuit of one's passions.
Through the poignant reflections of a neurosurgeon facing his own terminal illness, this memoir eloquently grapples with the fragility of life and the search for meaning in the face of mortality. "When Breath Becomes Air" will resonate with readers of "The Incandescents", offering profound insights into the human experience and the light that shines brightest in our darkest hours.
Genres: Memoir, Autobiography, Medicine
After reading: Readers will gain a deeper appreciation for the beauty of existence, finding solace in the shared struggles and triumphs that define our humanity.
📘 The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho
Rating: 3.87 / 5 (2,280,456 ratings), Published: 1988
When to read it: When you're embarking on a journey of self-discovery or seeking the courage to follow your dreams.
A timeless tale of adventure and self-realization, "The Alchemist" follows a young shepherd on a quest for treasure that leads him to discover the true riches of the human heart and soul. Much like "The Incandescents", this novel speaks to the transformative power of embracing one's destiny and finding light within oneself amidst life's uncertainties.
Genres: Fiction, Philosophy, Inspirational
After reading: Readers will feel inspired to pursue their own personal legends, finding comfort and wisdom in the reminder that the universe conspires to help those who dare to pursue their dreams.