Truth isn’t always fact. Memory isn’t always reliable. And the stories we tell—about ourselves, our past, and our world—are often fragile constructions shaped by trauma, desire, and perspective. Some of the most impactful literature doesn’t just tell a story—it pulls apart the very idea of storytelling. These ten books delve into the slippery nature of truth, the fallibility of memory, and the narratives we build to survive.

1. "In the Lake of the Woods" by Tim O’Brien

Tim O'Brien blurs the lines between fiction and fact in this haunting novel about a politician whose wife mysteriously vanishes. The story unfolds through speculative chapters, conflicting testimonies, and redacted documents, making it impossible to discern what really happened. O’Brien forces readers to question whether t

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