10 Books Every Teenager Must Read Before Turning 18

"To Kill a Mockingbird" by Harper Lee - This classic novel deals with serious themes such as racial injustice and moral growth .

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"1984" by George Orwell - A staple of dystopian literature, this book offers a compelling exploration of surveillance .

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"The Catcher in the Rye" by J.D. Salinger - Focusing on teenage angst and alienation .

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"The Perks of Being a Wallflower" by Stephen Chbosky - This coming-of-age novel takes the form of letters written by the protagonist .

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"Pride and Prejudice" by Jane Austen - Beyond its romantic plot, this witty novel offers insights into manners

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"The Diary of a Young Girl" by Anne Frank - Anne's diary entries during her time hiding from the Nazis during World War II .

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"The Book Thief" by Markus Zusak - Set in Nazi Germany, this novel tells a unique story narrated by Death .

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"Harry Potter Series" by J.K. Rowling - While technically more than one book, this series is a modern classic .

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