Realistic Fiction

The realistic fiction genre consists of books that are based on real events but each have their own, unreal twists.

Here are a few realistic fiction books that students enjoyed reading.

“Winger”

“Winger” is written by Andrew Smith.

Senior Ashley Roberson enjoyed this book.

“It’s related to high school students and is an interesting read. Plus, there are pages with pictures,” Roberson said.

This novel, published May 2013, takes place in a boarding school for rich kids.

The main character, Ryan West, is a 14-year-old junior.

He and a mean rugby player are forced to stay in the dorm for causing trouble.

Ryan then grapples with young love, torment, and academics.

“Looking for Alaska”

“Looking for Alaska” is written by “The Fault in Our Stars” author John Green.

Junior Kayla Meyer said this was her favorite book because it is a simple but emotional read.

“It is an easy read — no hard words or phrases,” Meyer said. “The characters are well explained and can easily be connected with. This book is amazing and made me tear up.”

This novel, published in March 2005, is about high school students.

The main character Miles (Pudge) is a junior at Culver Creek High School.

Pudge makes several friends, including Chip (The Colonel), Takumi, Lara, and Alaska Young.

Together, the five of them get involved in several shenanigans.

The ending is a surprise and creates an intense read.

Other realistic fiction novels

• “More Than This” by Patrick Ness
• “Lily’s Crossing” by Patricia Reilly Griff
• “The New Girl” by Tracie Puckett
• “The Cellar” by Natasha Preston
• “Unstoppable” by Tim Green