Jarrad's Reading List 8 is a deliberately wide-ranging collection of novels that reflects a long-standing interest in history, science fiction, espionage, crime, and classic literature. The list moves freely across centuries and continents, from ancient Rome and medieval Europe to the Cold War, modern crime fiction, and speculative futures among the stars. It includes major literary classics alongside pulp thrillers, military adventures, historical epics, and influential science fiction, placing well-known authors next to more obscure or cult favorites. Together, these books represent different storytelling traditions, political eras, and narrative styles, united by strong characters, high stakes, and a fascination with how individuals navigate conflict, ideology, and survival. This list is not about trends or prestige, but about curiosity, endurance, and the sheer pleasure of serious, immersive reading across genres.
