Family Saga

'The Island' by Victoria Hislop is a compelling tale of four generations entangled in love, tragedy, war, and the devastating impact of leprosy, set against the backdrop of Crete and the leper colony of Spinalonga.

A poignant family drama exploring love, loyalty, and healing through the story of William Waters and the Padavano sisters.

"Fry Bread: A Native American Family Story" celebrates the significance of fry bread within Native American culture, emphasizing its role as food, tradition, and a bonding element for families across generations.

Tom Lake by Ann Patchett explores family dynamics, youthful and married love, and the past lives of parents through the lens of a mother recounting her past romance to her daughters.

Roots: The Saga of an American Family by Alex Haley chronicles the story of Kunta Kinte, an African man abducted into slavery, and traces his lineage through generations, revealing the shared heritage and resilience of African Americans.

A Spool of Blue Thread by Anne Tyler depicts the intricate lives of the Whitshank family across three generations, exploring their bonds, secrets, and the essence of familial love.

The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo chronicles the life of Hollywood icon Evelyn Hugo as she reveals her glamorous yet tumultuous journey, including her seven marriages and a forbidden love, to struggling reporter Monique Grant.

Pachinko by Min Jin Lee is an epic tale of a Korean immigrant family's struggle spanning four generations in 20th-century Japan, showcasing themes of love, sacrifice, and resilience.

Black Cake by Charmaine Wilkerson is a multigenerational family saga revolving around two estranged siblings who uncover their mother's hidden past through a traditional Caribbean black cake and a recorded message.

Middlesex by Jeffrey Eugenides is a multigenerational saga of a Greek-American family with a unique genetic mutation, exploring themes of gender, identity, and immigration.

Lonesome Dove is a Pulitzer Prize-winning epic that chronicles the adventures of retired Texas Rangers as they drive cattle from Texas to Montana, exploring themes of love, friendship, and the harsh realities of frontier life.

Elin Hilderbrand's 'Summer of '69' explores the turbulent summer of 1969 through the eyes of the Levin siblings, capturing personal and national upheaval amidst historical events.