My mom is an avid reader and has a passion for all types of books. From classic literature to contemporary fiction, she has a diverse taste in reading material. Over the years, I have noticed some books that she consistently raves about and considers her favorites. Here is a list of the top ten books that my mom loves.

1. Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen
A timeless classic, Pride and Prejudice is a novel that my mom has read multiple times. She loves the wit and charm of Austen’s writing and the romance between Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy.

2. To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee
To Kill a Mockingbird is a book that has had a profound impact on my mom. She admires the themes of justice and morality in the story, as well as the strong character of Atticus Finch.

3. The Secret Life of Bees by Sue Monk Kidd
This novel tells the story of a young girl who is searching for answers about her past while living with a group of beekeeping sisters in South Carolina. My mom loves the themes of forgiveness and healing in this book.

4. The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini
The Kite Runner is a heartbreaking and powerful story about friendship, betrayal, and redemption. My mom was moved by the emotional depth of the characters and the vivid depiction of life in Afghanistan.

5. The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah
Set during World War II, The Nightingale follows the lives of two sisters in Nazi-occupied France. My mom was captivated by the strong female protagonists and the themes of love, sacrifice, and resilience.

6. The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho
The Alchemist is a philosophical novel about a young shepherd who embarks on a journey to find his personal legend. My mom found the book to be both inspiring and thought-provoking.

7. The Help by Kathryn Stockett
The Help is a novel that explores race relations in 1960s Mississippi through the eyes of African American maids and their white employers. My mom was deeply moved by the characters’ struggles and triumphs.

8. The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca Skloot
This nonfiction book tells the true story of Henrietta Lacks, whose cells were unknowingly taken for research and have had a lasting impact on medical science. My mom was fascinated by the ethical and scientific dilemmas presented in the book.

9. The Book Thief by Markus Zusak
Narrated by Death, The Book Thief follows the story of a young girl living in Nazi Germany who steals books and shares them with others. My mom was touched by the power of words and the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity.

10. Circe by Madeline Miller
Circe is a retelling of the Greek myth of the witch Circe, who transforms Odysseus’ men into pigs. My mom was drawn to the complex and feminist portrayal of Circe as a powerful and independent woman.

These ten books are just a small sampling of the many that my mom loves. Her passion for reading is evident in the way she talks about these stories and characters, and I am grateful for the inspiration she has given me to explore new worlds through the pages of a book.