The Shelf of Becoming
The books that first taught me who I wanted to become
Divergent — Veronica Roth
What it taught me
Identity is something we choose through our actions, not something assigned to us.
Themes
Identity
Choice
Courage
The Maze Runner — James Dashner
What it taught me
Curiosity and perseverance are often more powerful than certainty.
Themes
Curiosity
Resilience
Leadership
The Giver — Lois Lowry
What it taught me
That comfort without freedom comes at a tremendous cost.
Themes
Memory
Freedom
Individuality
The Book Thief — Markus Zusak
What it taught me
Words can wound, but they can also preserve hope.
Themes
Language
Compassion
Humanity
