This book is about two men, identical twins, one of whom is mentally ill. If you haven't read the book, all I can say is stop reading the reviews, get a copy, and enjoy it for yourself. You won't be sorry.

2. Harry Potter Series by J. K. Rowling

Harry Potter sleeps under the stairs in his Aunt and Uncle’s house. He soon finds out that he has magical powers and is enrolled in Hogwarts, a wizard school. This book is engaging with its imagery, humor, plot twists and real-life child problems. The book doesn't only appeal to children but adults as well. I recommend reading the books before seeing the movies.

3. White Oleander by Janet Fitch

Astrid, a teenage girl, who suffers through years of living in the foster care system while her mother serves a life sentence for murdering her ex-lover, narrates the book. I could not put this book down. The book is much better than the movie.

4. Angela’s Ashes by Frank McCourt

The book takes place in Ireland during the 1930’s. Frank McCourt grows up living in overwhelming poverty. His father is an unemployed alcoholic who drinks away any money the family ever has. I cried and I laughed at some of Frank’s stories while reading this book.

5. Stephanie Plum Series by Janet Evonovich

Set in New Jersey in a neighborhood referred to as "the burg,” Stephanie Plum ends up being a bounty hunter after losing her job in the lingerie industry. Stephanie is a fun character who makes you laugh and entertains you with her antics. There are now eleven books in the series and I am hooked! I am currently reading book ten.

6. Holes by Louis Sachar

Don’t see the movie…read the book! This book is a Newbery Award winner and a great read for both kids and adults. Stanley Yelnats is sent to “camp” as punishment for a crime that he did not commit. Every day in the blistering heat, he is required to dig a hole--5 feet deep, and 5 feet wide. At first, Stanley thinks this is some sort of senseless requirement to keep the boys in the camp occupied, but it soon occurs to him that they are actually digging for something. Stanley is right and eventually something is found in one of the holes.