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7 Books You Must Read Before Seeing The Movie

This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at Illinois chapter.

1.     Girl on the Train

Girl on the Train, a novel written by Paula Hawkins, depicts  a mystery about a woman who watches a couple on the train every day. After she learns that the girl she’s been watching has disappeared, and may be dead, she takes it upon herself to investigate what happened. Unfortunately, the police believe this may put her into danger, as well. This movie combines an intriguing storyline with Emily Blunt’s incredible acting skills – so you definitely won’t want to miss out.

2.     Perks of Being a Wallflower

Perks of Being a Wallflower, written by Stephen Chbosky, is a coming of age story about a misfit teen named Charlie.  Charlie is constantly watching what everyone else around him does without being noticed. But, when two energetic students -played by Emma Watson and Ezra Miller in the movie depiction-enter his life they teach him how to be more easy going. With the help of his new friends, Charlie develops a new outlook on life. He learns what it’s like to have true friends and even has a love life. This book is a must read to motivate us to enjoy every moment of life and to never become a ~wallflower~.

3. Me Before You

Me Before You, written by Jojo Moyes, is always the go-to for a good cry. Louisa Clark, played by Emilia Clarke (who also plays Daenerys in Game of Thrones) , is searching for a new  job to help support her family financially. Louisa is constantly in a good mood no matter what life throws at her. She falls upon a job as a caregiver for Will Traynor, played by Sam Claflin (major cutie). Will was a successful banker and tragically became paralyzed when a motorcycle struck him. Will was extremely depressed until Louisa came into his life. They soon start a romantic relationship and Will’s whole perception on life is altered. This romance is guaranteed to spark an emotional rollercoaster.  

 

4.The Fault in our Stars

Sometimes a sad movie can be the cure to a bad day. The Fault in Our Stars, written by John Green, will keep you crying from beginning to end. Hazel Grace Lancaster, played by Shailene Woodley, is a cancer patient that has a negative view of life until she meets Gust Waters, played by Ansel Elgort. Gus and Hazel meet at a cancer support group and their love continues to grow from there. The story follows Gus and Hazel on their adventures as she meets her favorite author. This story is like no other and is a must read.

5.     The Notebook

This classic story,by the favorite; Nicholas Sparks, follows the love story of Noah Calhoun and Allie. Noah, played by Ryan Gosling, is a poor mill worker that catches the hearts of every girl that has ever seen or read the notebook. Allie, played by Rachel McAdams, is a girl that comes from a lot of wealth. The story follows their detailed love life as Noah goes off to war and Allie meets another man. Throughout the story, the hope for their love is never lost and will restore your faith in love.

6.   Gone Girl

Gillian Flynn creates a whirlwind of suspense in her book Gone Girl. Nick Dunne and his wife Amy have the typical marriage that everyone hopes for. But, their life is shaken when Amy, who is played by Rosamund Pike, suddenly goes missing on their 5th wedding anniversary. Authorities immediately assume Nick, played by Ben Affleck, had something to do with her disappearance. You will be turning the page until you finally figure out who is responsible for Amy’s absence.

 

 

 

7. Fifty Shades of Grey

E.L. James created one of the most talked about series; Fifty Shades. This story follows the innocent Anastasia Steele, played by Dakota Johnson, throughout her relationship with Christian Grey. Christian, played by Jamie Dornan, is a successful businessman and wins over Anastasia when they first meet. She reluctantly indulges in a strange sexual relationship with Christian and slowly falls in love with him. The ending of this story will for sure leave you wanting more.

 

Photo Credits:

Head: http://www.immortal.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/the-fault-in-our-star…

Fifty Shades of Grey : https://www.google.com/url?sa=i&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=images&cd=&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=0ahUKEwi0uridl_zPAhWU8oMKHd5iBOAQjRwIBw&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.forbes.com%2Fsites%2Fscottmendelson%2F2015%2F02%2F14%2Fbox-office-fifty-shades-of-grey-spanks-spongebob-with-30m-friday%2F&psig=AFQjCNH0GaoQnMN1StGoG3hvvSV3qbLMcQ&ust=1477698822515858

Gone Girl: https://www.google.com/imgres?imgurl=https%3A%2F%2Fupload.wikimedia.org%2Fwikipedia%2Fen%2F0%2F05%2FGone_Girl_Poster.jpg&imgrefurl=https%3A%2F%2Fen.wikipedia.org%2Fwiki%2FGone_Girl_(film)&docid=5T-_4sgKhiwV-M&tbnid=J-iL5fuvrZ77PM%3A&w=250&h=370&client=safari&bih=577&biw=834&ved=0ahUKEwjszNmGjP7PAhVowYMKHTHABs4QMwg3KAAwAA&iact=mrc&uact=8

The Girl on the Train: https://www.google.com/url?sa=i&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=images&cd=&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=0ahUKEwjH9u-niv7PAhVNfiYKHRqZBdUQjRwIBw&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.goodreads.com%2Fbook%2Fshow%2F22557272-the-girl-on-the-train&psig=AFQjCNFgn6Ovd1w0OMZW71fWX1KWPvEVKQ&ust=1477764063088613

The Perks of Being a Wallflower: https://www.google.com/url?sa=i&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=images&cd=&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=0ahUKEwjJs_HDiv7PAhWIKCYKHZjTCI4QjRwIBw&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.imdb.com%2Ftitle%2Ftt1659337%2F&psig=AFQjCNHBAL3f9WZOOJ3f6-9OhnpJ4Q9MkQ&ust=1477764113212160

Me Before You: https://www.google.com/url?sa=i&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=images&cd=&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=0ahUKEwjDnqzbiv7PAhWE7YMKHQgQB5UQjRwIBw&url=http%3A%2F%2Fmebeforeyoumovie.com%2F&psig=AFQjCNGwOx4gPmClBn0CU8XO9FS_EPObIw&ust=1477764180156749

The Fault in Our Stars: https://www.google.com/url?sa=i&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=images&cd=&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=0ahUKEwiqvdLniv7PAhXr64MKHfu6CHAQjRwIBw&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.imdb.com%2Ftitle%2Ftt2582846%2F&psig=AFQjCNEinZhJP6TTYPewXI9IqM7Scyg-DQ&ust=1477764205510528

The Notebook: https://www.google.com/url?sa=i&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=images&cd=&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=0ahUKEwirkuHziv7PAhVI7IMKHSjMA2EQjRwIBw&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.seventeen.com%2Fcelebrity%2Fmovies-tv%2Fa32718%2Fthe-notebook-facts%2F&psig=AFQjCNFKeE9qw-6NjU5yvDOYJFseAue2rg&ust=1477764228236551

 

 

 

 

Editor in Chief of Her Campus Illinois Chapter