Can you recommend some books about graduate school fiction?

'The Secret History' by Donna Tartt is quite popular. It's about a group of students in an elite liberal arts college, but it has many elements that can be related to graduate school such as the intense study, the relationships among students, and the exploration of esoteric knowledge. The dark and alluring story has drawn many readers interested in the academic world.

One such book is 'Nineteen Minutes' by Jodi Picoult. It delves deep into the events leading up to a school shooting and the aftermath. It shows different perspectives, like that of the shooter, the victims, and their families, really making you think about the complex issues that can lead to such a tragic event.

One popular book is 'Harry Potter' series. It's set in Hogwarts, a magical boarding school. The story follows Harry and his friends' adventures, full of magic, mystery and friendship.

One such book is 'Thirteen Reasons Why' by Jay Asher. It delves into the reasons behind a teen's suicide and how her high - school experiences played a part.

Definitely 'Holes' by Louis Sachar. It's a really engaging story that combines mystery, adventure, and friendship. Stanley Yelnats is sent to a juvenile detention center where the boys have to dig holes all day. The plot twists and the relationships between the characters are well - developed. Also, 'Bridge to Terabithia' by Katherine Paterson is a wonderful middle school fiction. It shows the power of imagination and the deep friendship between Jess and Leslie as they create their own magical world.

Another example is Lisa in the field of literature. In graduate school, she focused on a very niche area of 18th - century literature. She faced a lot of skepticism from her peers as it was considered an unpopular area. But Lisa didn't care. She traveled to various libraries across the country to access rare manuscripts. Her in - depth research led to a well - received book on the subject. After graduating, she became a sought - after lecturer at a prestigious university, teaching her beloved 18th - century literature.

One well - known graduate book based on a true story is 'Educated' by Tara Westover. It tells her journey from growing up in a survivalist family in the mountains of Idaho to getting an education at Cambridge. Another is 'The Glass Castle' by Jeannette Walls, which details her upbringing in a rather unconventional and often difficult family situation while still striving for a better life through education. There's also 'A Long Way Gone' by Ishmael Beah, which is about his experience as a child soldier in Sierra Leone and his path to recovery and education.

One great book is 'The Perks of Being a Wallflower' by Stephen Chbosky. It beautifully captures the experiences of a high - school student on the verge of graduating and entering a new phase of life. The protagonist's journey through friendship, first love, and self - discovery is really relatable.

The 'Alex Rider' series by Anthony Horowitz is also suitable. It follows the adventures of a teenage spy, Alex Rider, who gets involved in various dangerous espionage missions. The books are full of action and intrigue, which can be very appealing to middle school students.

A lesser - known but very good one is 'Goodbye, Mr. Chips' by James Hilton. It chronicles the life of a schoolteacher over many years. As the story progresses, there are changes and a sense of leaving the familiar school setting as the world around the school changes.