Life of Pi

This book was wild. It's an exciting, terrifying, unbelievable story about survival against all odds and, at the same time, a beautiful picture of religion, faith, and truth. I loved it. Honestly should be required reading.

If you've seen the movie, maybe wait to read the book until you've forgotten all but the most basic plot points of the movie. There are a few moments that would be a lot less rewarding to read if you knew what was coming.

Also, fair warning, it starts pretty slow. The first 20% of the book is about his childhood in India and details his relationships and his varying religious beliefs. It's fascinating, but if you don't start the book prepared for that content, it'll be hard to make it to the “action” of the book.

Age range: 16+
Violence and gore to an extent that would probably be jarring to younger readers. Also, a pretty challenging moral aspect.