Of Mice & Men (John Steinbeck)

This one's a doozy. I had to read this one in high school, and damn. Reading it years later makes the significance much more apparent, so give it another go if you were also required to tackle it in your teens.

The most important thing about this book, I have to say, is the actual writing. The scenes are incredibly vivid, and while some aspects might seem silly or redundant, it actually makes for the ease of reading. The most enjoyable part about this book is its composition.

The story, on the other hand, is heavy, which I'm sure you've heard before. In just over 100 pages, I was heavily invested in themes of personal development, personal responsibility, and the obligation to sometimes to do the hard (but right) thing.

Having been written in early 20th century America, I was encouraged to reflect on parts of society that were obviously unsavoury and therefore, changed. So, if you're down for that and looking for a quick (but not necessarily light) read, this one is great.

9/10