Contents
- 10 “Will Grayson, Will Grayson”, David Levitan, John Green
- 9. The Ideal Waiter by Alain Claude Sulzer
- 8. “I’m Not Alone Anymore” by Jerry Hill
- 7. Giovanni’s Room, James Baldwin
- 6. “When We Fell” Tilly Cole
- 5. “We’re Fine” by Nina Lacour
- 4. “Page found”, Lena Klimova
- 3. “The Crows”, Maggie Stevewater
- 2. “Fun House”, Alison Bechdel
- 1. “They both die at the end” by Adam Silver
Nora Sakavich has created a “delicious story”, and if you follow the literary world, you would hardly miss a series of her books, and the covers are quite beautiful, enticing. The story introduces us to the guy Neil, who prefers to hide his problems. He changes places and lives here and there, like a nomad. But what is he running from?
But even a fugitive and a lover of a free life wants to find a support in life, thanks to which you can hide from the cruel world and just feel safe. The guy finds such support in the sport of ex. When he becomes a member of the team, he wants to stay in it, no matter what. The hero of the work is gradually revealed, and it is very interesting to watch it!
Such stories about the disclosure and growth of characters are always attractive, because people sometimes open up from unexpected sides. If Nora Sakavich was able to intrigue you with her story, we suggest reading 10 books similar to All for the Game. Perhaps you will also find something close to them.
10 “Will Grayson, Will Grayson”, David Levitan, John Green
Two different guys with the same name – is it a coincidence? Hardly! “Will Grayson, Will Grayson” brings up topics such as self-discovery, friendship and relationships. The LGBT theme has also been touched upon, where in our world without it? This book is intended for teenagers – people after 16 will no longer be interested.
Two young men with the same name live completely different lives. They unexpectedly meet in Chicago. This encounter will change their lives forever. The characters in John Green’s novel are the most ordinary teenagers. They are not the best students in the school and they are not losers. You can’t pick up some kind of label for them – this is what the story catches.
9. The Ideal Waiter by Alain Claude Sulzer
Although the theme of the novel “Perfect waiter” slippery, it’s not about that at all. This is a novel about total loneliness, the betrayal of a loved one, a state of constant loss. The work received an award and is even praised by the most famous critics. Sulzer masterfully managed to create the image of an ordinary person, devoid of ambition.
Polite, reserved waiter Ernest is the pride of the institution where he works. One day he receives a letter from New York, and 30 years are gone: fear, happiness, hope and pain again settled in his soul. Everything was mixed up. Having received the letter, his passion for a friend flares up again. I can’t believe that love can live for 30 years without nourishment…
8. “I’m Not Alone Anymore” by Jerry Hill
This story is more like a fairy tale. “I’m not alone anymore” – a very sensual, soulful work. This book is suitable for relaxing and leisurely reading – the moment when you want to savor every line and not rush anywhere. Love, as always, wins, which Jerry Hill wants to convey to readers.
The two women meet, and a strong emotional bond develops between them. A bond that goes beyond friendship. Despite pressure from family and reconciliation with her husband, Susan cannot resist the feelings she has for her friend Sean. Will they be able to be together or is their infatuation with each other temporary?
7. Giovanni’s Room, James Baldwin
“Giovanni’s Room” is a powerful novel about not accepting oneself, about running away from oneself. The main character refuses to accept a huge part of his identity, and even when it takes over him, he resists. “This is not about me, this is not with me,” he convinces himself. Endless conflict with oneself is what Baldwin’s novel is about.
David is a young guy from America who grew up in a good family. He comes to Paris to find himself, and in this romantic city he has to get to know himself again. Once in the trap of relationships, from where every day it is more and more difficult to get out, he finds himself face to face with his secret desires.
6. “When We Fell” Tilly Cole
Young people are more subject to public influence, they are dependent on other people’s opinions, so they decide on various transformations of their bodies. Yes, souls. book author “When We Fell” Tilly Cole shed light to readers on such a disease as anorexia. Reading is recommended for those who consider themselves insecure, lost and flawed.
Telling the story of Leslie, the author shares his unique experience of dealing with anorexia, as well as the habits that accompany the disease. Anorexia is a disease, everything starts imperceptibly, and after that you can no longer get out without help. It is important for a person suffering from anorexia to provide support in time, because it does not just happen, it is always psychological problems.
5. “We’re Fine” by Nina Lacour
Even though the book “We are fine” called mediocre, somehow it ended up in the most popular section. We all feel/feel lonely at some point in our lives – Lacour knows how it feels, which is why she wrote a book to help her get through the tough times.
Marin ran away from her hometown and went to college in New York. A new life should begin in a new place, but when she comes home for the holidays and wants to resume communication with loved ones, the past overtakes the girl with furious force. She will again experience total loneliness and fears.
What experience will she have for herself?
4. “Page found”, Lena Klimova
“Page Found” is another book that will remind you of All for the Game. She talks about how every day, every minute is very important, because our time flies away. Every day is unique – you need to remember this. If you need motivation to change your life, then you should definitely read the book by Lena Klimova.
The book raises the theme of LGBT, will be of interest to teenagers, their parents and teachers. It clarifies issues related to sexual orientation, gender identity and adolescent sexuality. If the reader is sufficiently knowledgeable about LGBT topics, they are unlikely to find fresh information in this book.
3. “The Crows”, Maggie Stevewater
It’s an interesting book with a mysterious twist, but there are no werewolves or vampires, but a fantasy love story. At the novel “The Crow” own atmosphere, captivating and keeping in good shape. Here you can read lines about communication with spirits, and learn about the psychic abilities of a funny family – you won’t get bored!
Blue Sargent was promised more than once that she would kill the one she loved, and when she stood in the middle of the cemetery, she saw him – young and unjustly doomed Gansey. He is a student at the elite Aglenby Academy. He and those like him are called crows. Blue knew she should be wary of him, but when attraction kicks in, what do you do about it?
2. “Fun House”, Alison Bechdel
The book with an optimistic title but a completely bleak plot is a complex narrative with a non-linear chronology. Here is a story about trauma and overcoming it. “Fun House” It’s a complex novel and needs to be read carefully. The book leaves a pleasant aftertaste after reading.
Honestly and frankly, Alison Bechdel tells readers about her childhood. About youth. Difficulties in self-knowledge and sexual experiences. Here she even talks about her father – a closeted homosexual. In the eyes of the author, the story of her family looks like a tragicomedy. But what kind of story will appear before the eyes of readers?
1. “They both die at the end” by Adam Silver
This book has an age limit of 14+. Before you is an exciting, heartbreaking story – the title carries a tragic connotation, and fully justifies itself. “They both die at the end” Adama Silvera tells the story of two teenagers who discover they only have one day left to live…
One day, two guys heard the phone ring. They got a call from the Department of Death. Each of them was busy with their own affairs, but when they realized how little they had left to live, they abandoned everything and installed the Last Friend application on their phone. Through him, young men meet and begin to communicate in order to brighten up each other’s days with warmth. They have a lot to teach each other.