8 Perfect Books You Should Gift to Her
8 fantastic book gift ideas for your book-loving mother, partner or friend
Picking a thoughtful gift for her, be it your mom, wife, lover or friend can be one of the trickiest places you will ever find yourself. But if they happen to be a book lover, I can make it easy for you.
As a passionate reader myself since I was just a kid and with my experience as a teacher in English literature, I believe that I could recommend some really good book gifts for her.
Will she like a book as a gift?
If she’s a reader, of course she will. As a reader myself, I know how much sentimental value a book can carry with it. Moreover, I have realized that reading a library book and owning a book are totally different feelings.
This is because books carry memories with them and the moment you see a book or even think of a book, nostalgia comes running through your veins reminding you of the time you read that book, where you were, your major life events during that time and you find everything condensed in that book.
So getting to keep a book that you love is such an underrated blessing. However, there is no denying that the library is a haven for readers like us! Nothing else you gift, can have that magical power to transfer back in time, bringing a zillion memories to you. If you know, you know.
Here is a list of some great books that I believe would make perfect gifts for her.
Book gifts for her
1. Great Expectations by Charles Dickens
A young boy named Pip discovering his own self is the basis of this novel. In this book, Charles Dickens portrays growing up, infatuation and self-realization evoking an intense degree of emotion in the reader.
This is a great classic for any book lover.
2. To Kill a Mocking Bird by Harper Lee
This Pulitzer prize winning book, through a child’s point of view, brings to light the racism and prejudices that prevailed in American society.
Going beyond the obvious, we also see how good and bad can co-exist in an individual or a community. This timeless and emotionally compelling story is, I think, a must read for all of us.
3. The Last Letter From Juliet by Melanie Hudson
This dual timeline historical fiction evolves around a daring World War 2 pilot, Juliet who devoted her life to her all time favorite flying.
This story has raw emotions that can speak to your heart.
Bravery, courage and her daring nature are awe inspiring and the everlasting love story that flows throughout the story makes it a true gem of a story.
4. One Hundred Years of Solitude by Gabriel Garcia Marquez
One Hundred Years of Solitude by Nobel laureate Gabriel Garcia Marquez is a unique piece woven around the mythical town of Macondo.
This mystical and captivating story can be hard to digest for a reader if you are only after fun and entertainment.
Going beyond the traditional approach to story telling, the writer uses varied literary devices, some of them his own creations in order to bring out his chronicle and dynamic characterization.
5. The Other Bennet Sister by Janice Hadlow
If she is a Jane Austen fan, it’s an invaluable book gift for her.
It’s the untold story of Mary Bennet in Pride and Prejudice who was often overshadowed by her sister’s beauty and charisma.
A truly inspiring story that compels the reader to look at the ever-so-popular Pride and Prejudice in a new light.
6. Almost Invincible by Suzanne Burdon
Based on the life of Mary Shelly, the author of Frankenstein, and wife of the renowned poet Percy Bysshe Shelly, this book brings a fascinating insight into Mary Shelly’s thirst for knowledge, how her life events inspired her to write her masterpiece, Frankenstein, and her perseverance and resilience.
The writer skillfully blends facts and fiction into a realistic portrayal and thus portrays one of the most influential heroines of her time.
7. The Last Train to London by Meg Waite Clayton
This is a compelling and moving interpretation of the life of Geertruida Wijsmuller, a brave Dutchwoman who dedicated her life to rescuing hundreds of children from Nazi occupied territories.
Meg Waite Clayton, a New York Times bestselling author, takes us back to the Second World War era where Hitler — occupied territories were wreaked with bloodshed and violence.
A moving story about a fearless and inspirational heroine!
8. The Girl From Munich by Tania Blanchard
In this book, Blanchard takes the readers into one of the most prominent chapters of world history. World War 2.
Though I have read quite a few World War 2 based historical fiction novels, this one is one-of-a-kind as it gives the point of view of German civilians and shows how they were all blindfolded by their leader’s political propaganda.
“Many people, myself among them, feel better at the mere sight of a book” — Jane Smiley
Wrapping Up
Giving a thoughtful book gift that resonates with her soul is a great way of appreciating her for who she is and letting her know how important she is to you.
Most likely, this book may be passed down to generations to come and so many will enjoy the taste of it.
This one gift you picked today, may occupy a small place in her heart forever. It’s truly priceless, isn’t it?
