Best Books to Escape Into When You Need a Break from Real Life

These days, the endless cycle of news on the virus’ spread (on top of all our normal, everyday problems) is sending many of us into a spiral of anxiety or sadness that is hard to climb out of.

If you are also experiencing this overwhelm, then it may be time to take a break from the news and escape from the world for a bit.

So if you’re looking for a way to forget about your troubles for a while, then here are 10 of the best books to escape into when you need a break from real life!

The Harry Potter Series by J.K. Rowling

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The Chronicles of Narnia Series by C.S. Lewis

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Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen

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