These books are harmless. Until a friend or loved one tells you that one of them is their favorite.

The following 28 books all have significant merits, otherwise they wouldn't be as successful and beloved as they are.

They are also indicative of deep and abiding potential character flaws in you and your loved ones. Here's what you need to know to stay safe.

The Great Gatsby

Unless you can show me your dissertation about Tom Buchanan's biceps or something, this means you stopped reading in 10th grade. Shoo.

The Catcher in the Rye

Oh, no one understands you, just like Holden Caulfield? Why the fuck would I be the first person to start? Get away from me.