'The Kindly Ones' by J. Littell is a groundbreaking historical novel that offers a chilling first-person account of a Nazi officer's experiences during World War II. This controversial and deeply psychological narrative explores themes of guilt, complicity, and the banality of evil, making it a must-read for those interested in the complexities of human nature and history.

'Pincher Martin' by William Golding is a gripping tale of survival and psychological depth, following a naval officer stranded on a remote rock. A profound exploration of human resilience and the thin line between reality and hallucination.