I've read many a review of this one and all of them have been glowing. An adventure novel set across France, Italy and the Mediterranean sounds perfect for reading in the summer.
2. Crime and Punishment by Fyodor Dostoevsky
While studying for my degree, I did a lot of legal theory modules and loved them. Call me crazy but I find the philosophy and theory behind law and how/if systems reflect social norms and morality. I guess this means that I should read this sooner or later...
3. Tess of the D'Urbevilles by Thomas Hardy
I got a really lovely book about Thomas Hardy from a UK publisher that I'm looking forward to getting into. Before I do, though, I think I should read something written by him...this is my random choice because it's the one I've heard of the most!
4. Slaughterhouse-Five by Kurt Vonnegut
Does this count? I hope so! I know that generally it's lauded as a great book and it's about 50 years old so that'll do for me. Plus, it's sci-fi and I like sci-fi.
5. 1984 by George Orwell
My dad has been bugging me to read this for years. It would be nice if I could actually read it and make him happy. Plus, it's another of those books that I know I should read.
6. Turn of the Screw by Henry James
I had planned on getting to this when I did a readathon in October. I'm still kind of in the mood for ghost stories because it's gloomy and blustery and they seem appropriate for that kind of weather. I have this on my eReader and quite fancy it (despite some less than glowing reviews that I've seen recently...).
7. The Scarlet Letter by Nathaniel Hawthorne
I went to see a film at the cinema a few years ago (that I think was called 'Easy A') that referenced this book throughout. It was an amusing enough film and made me want to read this. Then I never got round to it. Described as a "romantic work of fiction in a historical setting" - sounds nice! Apparently it also explores legalism, sin and guilt. I think I'm looking forward to reading this the most!
So those are my choices (for the time being)! If you fancy joining in this challenge too, the sign-up post is here