In today's fast-paced world, reading is more important than ever. It helps us slow down, reflect, and learn new things. With so many great books being published every year, it can be tough to decide which ones to read. However, there are some modern-day books that everyone should read at least once in their lives. Here are 10 of them:
The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca Skloot
This non-fiction book tells the story of a woman whose cells were used without her knowledge for medical research and how it revolutionized modern medicine.
Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind by Yuval Noah Harari
A fascinating exploration of human history and how we have evolved over time.
The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas
A young adult novel that explores the complexities of racism and police brutality through the eyes of a teenage girl.
Educated by Tara Westover
A memoir that tells the story of a woman who grew up in a strict, survivalist family in rural Idaho and how she went on to earn a PhD from Cambridge University.
Bad Blood: Secrets and Lies in a Silicon Valley Startup by John Carreyrou
This non-fiction book tells the story of Theranos, a Silicon Valley startup that claimed to have revolutionized the medical industry but turned out to be a massive fraud.
Becoming by Michelle Obama
A memoir by the former First Lady that shares her experiences growing up on the South Side of Chicago, her time in the White House, and her advocacy for girls' education.
The Overstory by Richard Powers
A novel that explores the interconnectedness of all living things and our relationship with nature.
Just Mercy: A Story of Justice and Redemption by Bryan Stevenson
A non-fiction book that tells the story of a lawyer's fight to overturn wrongful convictions and reform the criminal justice system.
Exit West by Mohsin Hamid
A novel that explores the refugee experience and how it affects individuals and communities.
The Fifth Risk by Michael Lewis
This non-fiction book explores the consequences of the Trump administration's disregard for the expertise and knowledge of government agencies.
These books are just a few of the many modern-day books that everyone should read at least once in their lives. They offer insights into important issues and themes that are relevant to our world today and can help us broaden our perspectives and deepen our understanding of ourselves and others.