The Plague by Albert Camus

Sometimes, the world places us in situations that are outside of our control but assert total control over our lives. At least, that’s what major crises can start to look like.

You were probably assigned this one in high school but never read it. You should read it again in a post-COVID world: Camus’ commentary on finding purpose in a world that seems out of control are some of the most insightful things I’ve ever read.