While the novel has become a New York Times bestseller and favorite amongst readers — even those who are victims of domestic violence —  its critics think differently. They believe the plot of “It Ends With Us” is not educational and does not raise awareness of the issue — instead, it romanticizes it. The controversial plot became more hotly debated after its movie debut in August. 

Three books that have changed my life and taken me somewhere positively magical.

Here are five books to read before they hit the big screen in the near future.