The Bell Jar... And More

I have just recently decided on a book to read for the reading assignment this year. I wanted to read the college bound book first because it seemed like something I would have to "get over with," but now I think I might actually enjoy the book I have chosen. I even chose a second book from the college bound reading list that I' going to read next. The one I am reading now is called Like Water for Chocolate. It takes place in Mexico at the turn of the twentieth century and revolves around a young girl and her relationship with her mother,  complicated love life, and struggle to gain independence. At the beginning of each chapter there is a recipe and each recipe marks the beginning of a new month. There are a total of twelve chapters (so one year). 

The other book I am thinking about reading is called The Bell Jar. It's about a girl living in a psychiatric institution in Boston during the 1950's. I think it will be interesting to read about the many mental challenges she faces.