Some people watch TV shows, others watch movies. But the best, most portable way for me to ring in the fall season is through a good book. With various genres and lengths to suit every lifestyle, here is a list of three incredible reads to get you in the fall spirit.
- The Secret History by Donna Tartt
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If you think of fall at all, chances are you’ll think of Donna Tartt’s famous dark-academia novel, The Secret History. Set on a college campus in Vermont, the prose and the imagery Tartt provides create a realm of mystery and wonder, perfect for the misty, spooky season. A mix of mystery, classics, and the throes of friendship, The Secret History captures the feel of a new school year, making it incredibly easy to romanticize.
- Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone by J.K. Rowling
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While this book doesn’t quite fit the age range of some of the others on this list, the fall season is arguably not complete without a rewatching, or in this case rereading, of a childhood classic: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone. Especially with the HBO show airing later this year, re-entering the magical world of Harry Potter is the best way to adapt to another year of life in a home away from home.
- Wuthering Heights by Emily Brontë
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You might have seen the film adaptation of Wuthering Heights this February, but I can assure you the book was nothing like the film. Better, more thought-out, and a direct way to understand the lengths people will go to for revenge, this classic novel makes for the perfect fall read, easy to pick up in a free moment to escape to life in the rainy English countryside, channeling all the fall vibes.
What’s your pick this fall?
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