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BEST the Languag,i Flower. Whether you are jet setting to a tropi cal destination or spending your week relaxing in the comfort of your home, taking a break to enjoy an excellent book is necessary after a taxing start to the semester. The following books will fulfill your every need and allow you to come to back to camous relaxed and focused. Amanda Garrity STRATEGIC COMMUNICATIONS In need of inspiration The sentimental novel, The Language of Flowers, by Vanessa Diffenbaugh describes the acts of betrayal, bewilderment and love. Through Diffenbaugh’s exemplary writing, the life of Victoria, a young woman raised in the foster care system, is told in an emotionally capti vating manner. Victoria has been subjected to disturbing abuses in her upbringing and as a result, her social skills never advanced. The easiest way for Victoria to communicate is through the language of flowers. While the novel weaves between the hardship faced in Victoria’s past and the freedom granted in present day, the prevalence of flowers remains. The meanings she deciphers from the vari ous types of flowers allows her voice to speak even louder and in turn, make new friendships, loves and opportunities blossom. In need of a good laugh After struggling with a stressful first half of the semes ter, a hilarious and heartwarming book is the perfect remedy. Tina Fey’s New York Times bestseller, Bossypants, can give you just what you are looking for. In this book. Fey describes her outlandish adventures as an ambitious young girl who had a dream to pursue comedy. Her ridiculous stories about her nerdy tendencies in high school, her mother’s strange eating habits and her failed relationships prove to be “LOL” worthy. An exceptional standout is her Note to God that she wrote following the birth of her daughter. Tina Fey effortlessly reveals ail of her secrets and ends on a high note by stating that you are truly considered to be a no one until you are proven to be bossy. CHRIS C I. E A V E Looking for something profound fLittle Bee by Chris Cleave is an insightful novel that explores the importance of humanity and the weight of ethi cal decisions. Through the meeting of Little Bee, a Nigerian refugee who escaped from the British Immigra tion Center, and Sarah, an affluent British woman who is trying to mend her broken marriage, the strength of humanity is displayed. Both Little Bee and Sarah share their pasts and at tempt to recover for the future. Their ability to forgive demonstrates their profound strength, making this novel an example for the power of the com passion of humankind. Seeking^adventurr 'ON THEM "'T h {Jack Kerouac’s famed novel. On the Road, takes you on an inttapid journey through pic- T* mck . skouac turesque America in the 1950’s. Sal Para dise, the protagonist, goes on an adventure traveling throughout the country to cities such as New York, Chicago, C anver and San Francisco. During his expedition, Sal is always sean fl ing for something or someone out, luckily, he has his new friend, tean Moriarity, by his side to ease I s worries and dissatisfactions. T lese two new friends are continuou ;ly on the move, seeking purpose and perspective. Although they ap lear to live in alternate worlds with /ary- ing problems, the two men sot n learn that they are more simlla than they ever Imagined. On the ed£e of your kRP OBJECTS *■»>> DARK R(.ACE3 GILLIAN N N GIRL seat Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn is a thrilling novel that contains murder, love and infidelity. Upon the arrival of their fifth wedding anniversary, Amy, the wife of small-town golden boy Nick Dunne, is murdered. As questioning begins surrounding the identity of the murderer, all fingers are pointing at Nick. With twists and turns on every page, this psychological thriller will certainly have you sitting on the edge of your seat. Rumor has it that Reese Witherspoon is turning this critically acclaimed novel Into a movie, so get ahead of the game and start reading! I
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