Exploring the World of Best Fiction Books

51 World of Best Fiction Books

Book lovers are searching for their next fantastic book to read or for new books to remember special dates. Here, you’ll discover a selection of the best books that belong in your library. We’ve compiled a list of outstanding literary treasures for you, whether you’re looking for your next gripping read or hoping to make a date with a new book.

The tales are immensely alluring, engrossing us and broadening our perspectives. Some stories take us to a realm created by the author’s imagination and let us give it our own unique touches. The physical truth may appear a little underwhelming in compared to these works of fiction since the characters are so expertly weaved into the plot, engrossing us in their depths.

The books that have garnered praise from critics, became bestsellers, and have received significant accolades are listed here. Discover your next book from these fictional works that have had a big impact on the literary landscape, such as “The Great Gatsby” and “The Kite Runner”.

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"Trust"

by - Hernan Diaz (Author)

Trust: Pulitzer Prize for Fiction

Trust, which won the 2023 Pulitzer Prize for Fiction, is unquestionably one of the year’s standout books. Everyone is familiar with Benjamin and Helen Rask, the residents of Wall Street Tycoon and the bohemian orphan girl, who live in 1920s New York. They live in a bubble of unimaginable wealth, but what is the real worth of their fate? This mystery is at the center of a best-selling book that New York City has consumed. There are several viewpoints, though, as with all stories.

Hernan Diaz follows these stories over the course of a century, injecting thought-provoking insights at every step and giving the actual meaning of riches resonance relevance at every turning point.

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"Everything's Fine"

by - Cecilia Rabess (Author)

Everything’s Fine

What do you have to lose when you fall in love? is an age-old topic that is brilliantly explored in this extraordinary self-discovery. When she meets Josh for the first time, along with his giddy excitement, Jess despises Chinos for their Ivy League haughtiness. She is viewed by him as a successful person who is prepared to rule the world. The only Black lady in their class, however, is nearly invariably Jess. Josh also finds it hard to believe that just because he is white, his life might be simple. But as they complete a project together for the same investment bank, their erratic relationship quickly turns into an enthralling romance, forcing Jess to confront the difficult questions of who she is and what she’s prepared to give up for love.

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"Atlas"

by - Harry Whittaker (Author), Lucinda Riley (Author)

Atlas: The Story of Pa Salt

Paris, 1928. A youngster who is on the verge of dying is discovered, and a modest family adopts him, granting him a life he could never have imagined, but which he vehemently denies is his. As he develops into a young man, a foreboding cloud covers Europe, and he realizes he will soon have to leave once more. The Seven Sisters series’ last book, “Atlas: The Story of Pa Salt,” describes how the sisters’ adored, mysterious father gave them presents and revealed secrets, tying the grand tale into an astounding, memorable conclusion. Readers will eventually get the solution to the nagging question: Who is Pa Salt?

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"To Paradise"

by - Hanya Yanagihara (Author)

To Paradise

In this three-century-long story by the author of “A Little Life,” tragedy, family, and love all play out. 1893: A member of a wealthy family studies to become a homeless music teacher in the New York Free States. 1993: The AIDS pandemic has decimated Manhattan, and a Hawaiian man must negotiate his family’s dynamics while keeping his rich older companion a secret from his family. 2093: In a society under totalitarian authority and afflicted by disease, a lady tries to solve the case of her husband’s abduction. This American symphonic story is a demonstration of Hanya Yanagihara’s skills as a writer, skillfully fusing three stories together.

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"Exiles"

by - Jane Harper (Author)

Exiles

Renowned novelist Aaron Phoq returns to the sleepy village in his most recent book, which was written by The Dry’s best-selling author Jen Harper. Phoq starts to wonder whether this is simply another narrative of a dejected person when a young mother goes off on a lovely spring night, leaving her toddler alone with their celebrations. Exiles is a gripping mystery book with an intriguing outback location and heartbreaking revelations that will surely start conversations in your familiar circles.

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"The House of Fortune"

by - Jessie Burton (Author)

The House of Fortune: From the Author of The Miniaturist

The follow-up to Jessie Barton’s best-selling “The Miniaturist,” “The House of Fortune,” unveils a compelling story about fate and high aspirations. 1705 in Amsterdam. Thea Brandt, who is eighteen, is ready to grow up and get out of her adolescent phase. Her real love, Walter, waits patiently for his time at the city’s theater. But the Herengracht household is haunted by the dread of the inherited curse.

For the family’s support, her father Otto and aunt Nella trade illegal goods. An approaching birthday gives a chance to reveal the theater’s secret history as the mysteries of the past threaten to overrun the present. On her wrist, Nella feels a pricking feeling that reminds her of a toy vellum she used to play with sixteen years earlier and foreshadows the complex pattern of her life.

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"The Theory of (Not Quite) Everything"

by - Kara Gnodde (Author)

The Theory of (Not Quite) Everything

Mimi and Art Brother, devoted siblingsTon have always been together since their parents’ sad deaths tied them emotionally together. Art is musically gifted and thinks that anything can be communicated using formulas and algorithms, including love. Then Mimi meets Frank, who is undoubtedly not algorithm-approved, and this quickly strains their sibling bond. The only person who appears to understand how Frank doesn’t cleanly fit into the equation is Art. This narrative of love and sorrow is exceptional, enjoyable, and inspirational—truly, it is a story of true passion, in all its forms, larger than a simple game of numbers.

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"Becky"

by - Sarah May (Author)

Becky

Becky Sharp, an aspirational journalist in 1990s London amid the thrilling period of industry celebrities, has a goal: to get to the top of her professional ladder. At the famous Tabloided Marker in London, she hopes to become the peak of her profession. Nevertheless, Becky’s history poses a danger to her ability to pursue her dream career, regardless of how well she covers champagne-fueled parties or breaks celebrity scoops. The setting of 1990s London and the culture of Britpop makes Becky’s voyage a nostalgic adventure and a darkly funny book you won’t want to put down.

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"Young Mungo"

by - Douglas Stuart (Author)

Young Mungo

Yang Mungo, winner of the renowned Shugi Bain Book Award, provides a realistic picture of working-class life in his amazing, impactful second novel. It digs extensively into Mungo and James’ turbulent first romance. Yang Mungo is an example of how important masculinity is, how stressful families can be, how ruthless many amazing people can be, and how dangerous it is to love someone too much. This engrossing and illuminating story highlights the complicated intricacies of relationships and offers an alluring window into a world where passions collide.

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"Homecoming"

by - Kate Morton (Author)

Homecoming

“Homcoming” is Kate Martin’s much awaited new book, and it is set amid an interesting mystery involving Australia and London. Jess London makes her maiden journey from London and lands by her grandmother’s bedside in Sydney as 89-year-old Nora unexpectedly takes a turn towards poor health. She soon learns that the normally quiet Nora has been hiding a family secret, and she makes a promise to solve the mystery that arose during a tragic Christmas sixty years ago.

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"Stone Blind"

by - Natalie Haynes (Author)

Stone Blind: Longlisted for the Women’s Prize for Fiction 2023

The well-known story of Medusa is revived in this book, which is on the long list for the Women’s Prize for Fiction in 2023 and poses the issue of who the actual monster is. The lone Medusa transforms and accepts her ability to cause damage amidst the holy family. Later, when the sea god Poseidon does an evil deed at the temple of Athena, the goddess seeks vengeance—and permanently changes Medusa. Her hair is replaced with transformed snakes, and whatever living thing she looks at turns to stone. She criticizes living in the dark and shadows as she struggles to handle her newly discovered strength. Up until Persius sets out on a mission…

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"The Centre"

by - Ayesha Manazir Siddiqi (Author)

The Centre

Anisa, who longs to work as a literary translator, spends her days in her London apartment typing subtitles from Bollywood movies. On the other hand, according to Anisa, Adam, her lover, has a remarkable command of many languages. But after Adam picks up Urdu over night, he tells Anisa about a groundbreaking technique that ensures proficiency in any language in just 10 days. Anisa is unable to help, but she is able to observe and rapidly gets fascinated by what is conceivable. She quickly becomes aware of its annoying and hidden costs, though. This captivating crowning of a fantastic new talent marks the beginning of something promising.

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"Open Throat"

by - Henry Hoke (Author)

Open Throat

This book takes readers on a widely relevant trip through the turbulent current days of Los Angeles by describing the feverish dream of a fascinating and intriguing hungry mountain lion. The lion spends its days guarding a cozy cottage, watching hikers, and fending against their own complexities. As an introduction, the lion is forced to descend from the mountains into the city below after a man-made fire engulfs a neighboring gorge. There, they face the stark inequality of Los Angeles head-on. Despite eventually finding sanctuary amidst a rattlesnake, they are still faced with the nagging dilemma of whether they prefer devouring people or just being people.

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"The Passenger"

by - Cormac McCarthy (Author)

The Passenger

a falling jet. No travelers. an unidentified corpse. The passenger is a victim of harm, terrified of the deep waters, and treading for survival in ways that are unfathomable to rescuers. He is caught up in a plot and yearns for a death that will not bring him into alignment with God. The first of two books by literary great Cormac McCarthy, The Passenger, is eagerly awaited. It follows in the footsteps of Stella Maris, both essential reads.

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"The Minuscule Mansion of Myra Malone"

by - Audrey Burges (Author)

The Minuscule Mansion of Myra Malone

The wonderful and magical debut book by Maira Malone, Enchanted Mansion, has a story of love at its center. At the age of 34, Maira Malone writes an internet blog about a dollhouse. Alec Rex, the heir to a multinational corporation, meets two Mansion aficionados while attempting to replicate a scene from Maira’s tale across international borders. Alec quickly accepts that it is being put back together on a little scale in his bedroom, much to his amazement. Alec contacts Maira to start a conversation in search of answers. They release the hidden routes in their imaginary world together.

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"The Maiden"

by - Kate Foster (Author)

The Maiden: a daring, feminist debut novel – now a Times bestseller!

October 1679 in Edinburgh. James Forrester, Lady Christian’s boyfriend, is facing a murder charge after she was taken into custody. There have been several headlines about her arrest and her trial, with one title in particular standing out: “Adulteress. Murderer and a harlot. Lady Christian was blissfully married a year ago and leading a privileged and devout life. What made her gamble everything on a relationship? Does this render her responsible for murder? This astonishing fiction, which is based on a true incident, is a feminist revisionist narrative with a fresh twist that gives the historical figures’ silent women a voice.

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"One Good Thing"

by - Alexandra Potter (Author)

One Good Thing

It’s incredible how Liv Brooks’ life has changed. She moves from London to the Yorkshire Dales in an effort to start over because her only marriage has ended and she feels uneasy. Starting again may be difficult, so lonely Liv accepts an aging dog as a gift from Harry, a local shelter. While exploring the hamlet with Harry, Liv meets people she must interact with in order to start over, including a reclusive elderly man named Valentine, the menacing youngster Stanley, and the troubled adolescent Maya. This charming, sincere, and touching story explores life while looking for new meanings and bravery.

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"The Square of Sevens"

by - Laura Shepherd-Robinson (Author)

The Square of Sevens: The Sunday Times Bestseller

The captivating historical fiction book “Fortunes Foretold,” which is full of intrigue and adventure, is set in The Square of Savants, a wealthy Georgian neighborhood. The daughter of a Cornish soothsayer, Red is a well-known girl who navigates life by deciphering omens from fate utilizing antiquated techniques: The Square of Savants. She finds herself in the care of a learned and honorable pandit after her father passes away unexpectedly. She can’t continue to ignore the pressing inquiries concerning her family, though. She enters a narrative of intrigue, heartbreak, and valiant exploits that spans the entire country as a result of her pursuit of this mystery.

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"Promise Boys"

by - Nick Brooks (Author)

Promise Boys

‘Promises Boys’ appears as a brand-new YA mystery book that will enthrall readers in 2023 because it is intriguing and topical. With their acceptance into the elite and very competitive Urban Promise Prep School, J.B., Ramón, and Trey receive golden tickets to college. As they advance in the ranks, women start to be envied by many of their male colleagues. The lads’ luck, however, takes a nasty turn when their principal is brutally killed, turning them into the police’s top suspects. They set out on a mission to find the elusive offender before it’s too late, fighting to clear their reputations before the time runs out as they struggle to understand the truth behind the crime and contend with the biases of others around them.

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"Fling"

by - Joseph Murray (Author)

Fling

They are both lured to the contentious new dating app “Flings” as their individual marriages to Colin start to fall apart. They both make the decision to start a relationship because they think it would add fresh excitement to their lives after meeting someone who looks to be a perfect fit. ‘Flings’ is a beautiful romance book that asks what genuine love actually comprises and what happens when the person you were looking for turns out to be standing right in front of you.

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"Red Queen"

by - Juan Gómez-Jurado (Author)

Red Queen

The story of this serial-killer thriller, which will soon be the subject of a popular TV series, revolves on a compelling main character and is laced with intrigue. Antonia seldom leaves the house. Why does she investigate crimes from her attic in Madrid? She is a name that the audience has never recognized. She avoids it, and she detests it when the term “unknown caller” beeps. Even still, Antonia is certain that they are headed in her direction.

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"Other Women"

by - Emma Flint (Author)

Other Women: A BBC Radio 2 Book Club Pick 2023

The fascinating historical books by Emma Flint take you to many eras and locations. The events of her most recent work, “Adar Women,” which is set in a London decimated by war, take place against this backdrop. The war has provided chances for Beatrice Cadell, who is single, including the possibility to discover true love and start a family—a privilege that millions of others still lack. One day, a chance encounter changes her life, and she falls in love with someone she shouldn’t have. ‘Another Woman’ is a book that you won’t soon forget since it is intertwined with forbidden love, passion, murder, and an exciting story of life.

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"Lessons in Chemistry"

by - Garmus Bonnie (Author)

Lessons in Chemistry

Elizabeth Judd, a bright scientist at Hastings Research Institute, questions gender expectations in the 1960s. She opposes the limitations of the era and develops a special relationship with Nobel laureate Calvin Evans, giving rise to real chemical innovation. Later, she achieves unimaginable popularity with “Supper at Six,” sparking both a scientific and gastronomic revolution. As she becomes more well-known, she continues to defy convention and break down barriers for women. Elizabeth continues to pursue empowerment despite opposition, never faltering in her goal of perfection.

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"The Atlas Six"

by - Olivie Blake (Author)

The Atlas Six

Six youthful sorcerers join the enigmatic Alexandrian Society, whose guardians have forgotten wisdom from past civilizations, following in the footsteps of the fantasy phenomenon “The Atlas Six,” a best-seller. Members of society have lifetime privilege and power. However, only six chosen apprentices are admitted each decade, filling five open positions. After obtaining the mysterious Atlas Blackley’s recruitment, they move through the London offices of the Society. Here, everyone must pay close attention in categorized domains and innovate. And many of them will persist and thrive if they can establish themselves within a year. Numerous of them do.

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"Luckiest Girl Alive"

by - Jessica Knoll (Author)

Luckiest Girl Alive

The first thriller “Lucky Girl,” written by BIG LITTLE LIES star Reese Witherspoon, is “an incredible tale you can’t put down” and will have readers turning pages until the very end. Her own falsehoods from the more sinister past have cast a shadow over Annie Fennelly’s ostensibly flawless existence and preparations for a wonderful marriage. She is being asked to relive a terrifying incident from her teenage years for a documentary because she wants to demonstrate how much she has improved. Will her background, however, pose a danger to unravel what she has to offer?

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"The Lamplighters"

by - Emma Stonex (Author)

The Lamplighters

Emma Stonex’s first book is a cryptic conundrum that will captivate readers and explore the complexities of love and sadness. It was inspired by real-life occurrences. Three keepers of a distant lighthouse miles from the continent go missing in the year 1972 in Cornwall. The clock hands have stopped, and the door is locked from the inside. What happened to the ladies they left behind as well as those men?

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"The Murders at Fleat House"

by - Lucinda Riley (Author)

The Murders at Fleat House

When a pupil passes away unexpectedly at a prestigious boarding school in rural Norfolk, the headmaster is keen to call it a terrible accident. Detective Jasmine “Jazz” Hunter reopened the case since local police are still unsure. They break into the school’s restricted environment by working together with the dependable Sergeant Alister Miles. The investigation takes an extremely frightening turn when Jazz investigates the disturbing circumstances behind Charlie Cavendish’s premature death.

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"Luster"

by - Raven Leilani (Author)

Luster

The writing of Raven Leilani is charming and really original. Her incisive yet unexpectedly sympathetic self-expression develops into an inevitable coming-of-age story. Edie doesn’t really care about exercising caution because her life seems to be in a state of flux. Later, she meets Eric, a middle-aged guy who comes off as open-minded and committed to an interracial marriage. He is in a relationship with a dark-skinned, adopted black girl who, for the life of her, cannot understand how people view her. He is married to a white lady. Edie first finds herself fitting into Eric’s family dynamics in an effort to control her hair and make life appear less challenging.

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"The Christie Affair"

by - Nina de Gramont (Author)

The Christie Affair

Agatha Christie vanished for eleven days in 1926. Her husband’s mistress is the only person who is aware of the facts behind her absence. The opulent world of Agatha Christie is filled with country home getaways and socialites. But the world of Nan O’Dea is very different. Her difficult life has been fashioned by a difficult background in London and an affair with tragedy in Ireland. This life has struggled to return to England, setting the stage for Agatha’s compelling tale. These two ladies will triumph in the most unexpected of coalitions despite their disagreements. They will use a key that is only in Nan’s possession to solve the mystery of Agatha’s eleven-day disappearance.

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"Disorientation"

by - Elaine Hsieh Chou (Author)

Disorientation

Ingrid Yang completes her research-based paper on the classic poet Jio Wéncho at the age of nineteen. She has lost interest in learning about ‘Chinese-wise’ matters. She finds an amazing letter in the archive and thinks she has discovered a solution to her academic problems. Ingrid’s quest, however, takes a dramatic turn when an accident sends her on a trip that unravels both her life and the lives of those around her. Ingrid navigates campus demonstrations and a rollercoaster of drug-induced hallucinations with the help of her two close friends, forcing her to face not just the mysterious white-caped guy and the establishment but also herself.

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"The Attic Child"

by - Lola Jaye (Author)

The Attic Child

Twelve-year-old Celestine is imprisoned in the attic of a seaside home in 1907; the year is. She was taken from her home in Africa against her will and is now being treated like a servant. Even when her mother’s face and her own name start to blend in the midst of her domestic duties, Celestine dreams about her home and family. A little orphan girl is exiled to the same attic a few decades later. She finds a curious relic hidden beneath the floorboards and an obscure statement inscribed onto a wall. She is piecing together the information she has found, but it is not the tale of a first child but rather one who was held hostage. This book, a story of love, grief, and family secrets that sheds light on the early Black British experience, is a must-read.

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"The Dance Tree"

by - Kiran Millwood Hargrave (Author)

The Dance Tree

In Strasbourg in 1518, a lone lady starts to dance in the central plaza as the summer sun beats down on the city. Without stopping, she dances for days, and other ladies soon join her. The municipal council issues a state of emergency and hires musicians to play sinister music as the ladies dance. Meanwhile, pregnant and from a fishing family, Lisbeth takes care of her family on the outskirts of the city. As Lisbeth is lured into the unseen conflict and trap of persecution, the dancing disease grows worse. This is a narrative of cultural metamorphosis, revolutionary change, and the riveting tale of women defying their limitations that was inspired by genuine occurrences.

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"The Exhibitionist"

by - Charlotte Mendelson (Author)

The Exhibitionist

A large list has been assembled for the Fiction 2022 Women’s Award, and in the story that is being featured, we catch a peek of the Hanrahan family. Ray Hanrahan, a well-known artist and notorious egotist, finds himself involved in a vital week while creating artwork for a new show. The stunning Leah, the sensitive Patrick, and the carefree Jess will all be present. What about Ray’s steadfast and selfless wife Lucia? She’s an artist as well, but she’s always been restricted to the wife and motherly roles. Although Lucia has her own secrets, she must ultimately carve out a place for herself as the week progresses and the show approaches.

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"The Four Winds"

by - Kristin Hannah (Author)

The Four Winds

Author of “Where the Crawdads Sing,” Delia Owens, has called Kristin Hannah’s book “powerful and captivating.” Elsa Martinelli has all she could possibly want until adversity threatens her family and neighborhood. Elsa must decide whether she will fight for the place she adores or try to find a better life in California as decisions loom, setting off on a voyage of self-discovery and resiliency.

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"Hare House"

by - Sally Hinchcliffe (Author)

Hare House

A woman leaves the hazy surroundings at a girls’ school in London on a voyage to London on a clear autumn day. She starts traveling over moors and woods as she explores the area surrounding her cottage estate in Hair House. Intrigue sets in when she hears unpleasant tales, comes across unsettling daimon sculptures, and notices the young person’s strange mannerisms. Doubts begin to surface once she develops a connection with her sister Cass and her landlord Grant. The suspense increases as a blizzard locks everyone inside the house.

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"The Paper Palace"

by - Miranda Cowley Heller (Author)

The Paper Palace

Ellie Bishop starts her day with a jog to Paper Palace in a lovely Cape Cod location, her thoughts ringing with recollections of a passionate clandestine rendezvous from the night before. This clearly defined moment establishes the context and captures the 24-hour period and the fifty-year period of time leading up to Ellie’s life-changing decision following a heartbreaking realization. This gripping summer story is a top New York Times bestseller as well as a Reese’s Book Club selection.

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"How to Kill Your Family"

by - Bella Mackie (Author)

How to Kill Your Family

I’ve murdered a number of individuals (some violently, some subtly), and I’m presently in jail for a murder I didn’t commit. Grace Bernard feels both regret and pride in Caraghar as a result of her earlier activities, which serves as recompense. Grace allegedly set her family members’ life on fire as part of a sinister quest since her billionaire father was absent. She carried out her plan, walking a terrifying route away from death, along with tranquil revenge. But fate has placed her behind prison walls, wondering if her hidden story—a story of retribution, forgiveness, family, love, and murder—will ever be revealed.

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"Before the Coffee Gets Cold"

by - Toshikazu Kawaguchi (Author)

Before the Coffee Gets Cold

For more than 20 years, a little café in one of Tokyo’s charming backstreets has been serving expertly prepared coffee. But one coffee business gives its customers a special opportunity: the chance to make up for lost time. The hazards associated with this potential include the requirement that customers sit in a certain seat, their inability to leave the café, and their ultimate requirement to return to the present before the coffee becomes cold. The engaging book by Toshikazu Kawaguchi has won readers’ hearts all across the world. We go with four café patrons through its pages as we explore the age-old quandary: If you could go back in time, what would you change?

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"Shuggie Bain"

by - Douglas Stuart (Author)

Shuggie Bain: Winner of Booker Prize 2020

The Booker Prize-winning autobiographical book from the 1980s, “Shuggie Bain,” by Douglas Stuart, is set in a struggling, impoverished Glasgow. Agnes Bain has always wanted to do more, but once her husband deserts her, she is left stranded in a devastated city and continues to descend farther into its depths. After years of caring for his older siblings, Shuggie, her son, tries to help Agnes later on, but he too must learn to escape this unrelenting hole on his own. Shuggie tries to leave this miserable environment and alter the trajectory of his siblings’ life because he thinks that with his greatest effort, he can become someone like his other siblings.

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"Room"

by - Emma Donoghue (Author)

Room

The novel “Room,” which explores survival and innocence, has won the Booker Prize and the Women’s Prize for Fiction. Jack and his mother share a space that is 11 feet by 11 feet in size and has a lockable door. He likes watching TV and calls the cartoon characters his pals, but he is aware that only he, Ma, and the items in Room are actually real. the day Ma admits there is an outside world. The now-popular movie “Room” depicts the tale of a mother and kid whose love overcomes all odds to save them. Jack serves as the narrator.

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"A Little Life"

by - Hanya Yanagihara (Author)

A Little Life: Shortlisted for the Man Booker Prize 2015

It has been shortlisted for both the Booker Prize and the Women’s Prize, and now ‘A Little Life,’ unquestionably one of the best novels of the century, has been adapted for a West End play. Jude, Willem, JB, and Malcolm’s stories help us understand how Hanya Yanagihara’s imperfect persona came to be. As the main protagonists struggle to make their way in New York, we follow them. Jude and his unspoken childhood tragedy are gradually revealed in “A Little Life.” Midway through his life, he develops into a skilled litigator and a guy who is increasingly psychologically and physically wounded. The novel follows Jude through a number of decades, but at its core, it is a tale of love and friendship.

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"The Miniaturist"

by - Jessie Burton (Author)

The Miniaturist

Jessie Burton’s historical book, which is set in Amsterdam, is a best-seller, a major BBC TV series, and is loaded with heart-wrenching suspense. Nella Oortman, the bride of a trader, arrives to a lavish home in 1686 to wed Johannes Brandt. She encounters Marin, Johannes’ sassy sister, rather than a kind welcome. She receives a complex cabinet from Johannes that was made by an enigmatic miniature artist whose works uncannily reflect reality. Nella uncovers growing threats as she probes the Brandt family’s secrets. What does their future contain in the fortune of the miniaturist?

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"Station Eleven"

by - Emily St. John Mandel (Author)

Station Eleven

The well-known actor Arthur Leander passes away on stage on a winter night in Toronto, just as a deadly illness begins to spread over the continent. A member of the Traveling Symphony, Kirsten wanders the post-collapse communities two decades later, resurrecting Shakespeare’s lyrics to breathe life into the lifeless planet. Her renewed optimism, however, soon fades, raising the important issue, “What is worth preserving in a civilization’s fall?” And what lengths will one go to secure its preservation? Emily St. John Mandel’s dystopian novel “Station Eleven,” which has now been made into an HBO television series, debuts amid the terrifying days before civilization’s demise.

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"A Thousand Ships"

by - Natalie Haynes (Author)

A Thousand Ships

While women have frequently been forgotten or relegated to the background in Homer’s great epics, the names of Odysseus, Achilles, and Agamemnon continue to be associated with heroic conflicts and bravery. Natalie Haynes provides voice to these women, girls, and gods who had for a long time been mute in the story of the Trojan War, from Helen to Penelope, providing a novel viewpoint on the resurgence of the legend. A Thousand Ships is a feminist masterwork and a historical vessel. It was shortlisted for literary honors honoring women.

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"The Shape of Water"

by - Andrea Camilleri (Author)

The Shape of Water

The first captivating and engrossing Inspector Montalbano-starring Sicilian crime series by Andrzej Kamiski is titled “The Shape of Water.” Silvio Luparello, a prominent local figure, is found dead on the perfumed beaches by two Splendour Refuge Collection employees. His death is originally attributed to a heart attack and is initially considered a natural cause. Inspector Salvo Montalbano is under pressure from the police chief, judge, and bishop to wrap up the investigation, but he isn’t ready to do so because of his keen insight into the criminal underworld and his empathy for their victims.

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"Normal People"

by - Sally Rooney (Author)

Normal People

The general public has sold over a million copies, and it has been turned into a popular TV show. The narrative centers on Canel and Marianne, two students at Trinity College who, while coming from quite different backgrounds, develop an unspoken bond. Marianne and Canel go apart in the direction of other people and opportunities but always come back together in a powerfully seductive way. Each person must then decide how far they are ready to go in order to save the other as she confronts self-destruction and starts looking for significance elsewhere. Sally Rooney is one of the best contemporary writers of our time because to her very delicate yet passionate style.

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"1984 : Nineteen Eighty-Four"

by - George Orwell (Author)

1984 : Nineteen Eighty-Four

George Orwell’s novel 1984, one of the most influential works of literature in history, presents a comprehensive picture of a dystopian future in which everyone and everything is subject to the despotic tyranny of a party. Since its publication, the novel’s events have had a significant impact on the English language, making it a work of startling significance.

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"The Handmaid's Tale"

by - Margaret Atwood (Author)

The Handmaid’s Tale

This book has become synonymous with everything dystopian in culture. The fictional Republic of Gilead, a religious authoritarian state that once went by the name of the United States, is where the book is set. In a time of dwindling birthrates, Offred and her fellow handmaids believe that their value depends entirely on whether or not their wombs are healthy. However, no amount of oppression can put an end to yearning and hope. The Handmaids Tale combines frightening satire, a foreboding warning, and a tour de force all at once. It is clever, surprising, horrifying, and completely convincing.

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"The Great Gatsby"

by - F. Scott Fitzgerald (Author)

The Great Gatsby

A must-read for all book aficionados, “The Great Gatsby” presents the sparkle, glamour, and the darker side of the 1920s while holding a mirror to the edge of the American Dream. Gatsby is a mystery guy who lives in a lavish Long Island estate and throws lavish parties for several people. But few people have a thorough understanding of who he is or how he came to earn such fortune. He emerges as a military hero from a murky history involving German espionage. People beg for invites to his opulent parties, but Jay Gatsby is hard to find. He has waited his entire life for Daisy Buchanan, and he is thorough in his pursuit of her. She has no idea that his obsession will result in catastrophe and a death he never anticipated.

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"GONE GIRL"

by - Gillian Flynn (Author)

GONE GIRL (A FORMAT)

When it is published, this gripping psychological thriller starts to take shape. It goes on to sell over a billion copies worldwide and be made into a successful movie starring Ben Affleck and Rosamund Pike. On the morning of his fifth wedding anniversary, Nick Dunne awakens to discover his wife gone, and he swiftly turns into the main suspect in a police inquiry. Amir’s admissions imply that he had reasons to be afraid of her, as evidenced by his cryptic web searches and a slow stream of ominous phone calls. Ben, though, adamantly denies any knowledge of the connection. So what actually occurred when Amy came back?

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"Girl, Woman, Other "

by - Bernardine Evaristo (Author)

Girl, Woman, Other (WINNER OF THE BOOKER)

The 2019 Booker Prize winners have taken on twelve personalities over the course of the last year, each following their own unique path. Each of them is on the lookout for something, examining various dimensions of nationhood, identity, and gender as they travel from Newcastle to Cornwall and from the turn of the 20th century to the present. These enthralling stories tackle societal challenges while fusing happiness with thoughtful and pertinent thoughts. It stands as a proud new kind of history and a modern narrative that is joyful, ageless, and absolutely engrossing.

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FAQs

Q. What draws readers to fiction novels so much?

  • Books of fiction provide a doorway into many realities, feelings, and encounters. They let readers to escape reality, discover fantastical worlds, and develop a personal connection with the characters.


Q. How do I pick the finest novel to read, in fiction?

  • Choosing a fiction novel is a personal decision. Think about the genres you like, the subjects that interest you, and referrals from reliable sources. You may find new reading by browsing online book reviews and using services like Goodreads.


Q. Do novels serve merely as entertainment?

  • Fiction novels provide more than simply entertainment, although they are undoubtedly entertaining. They can elicit reflection, start conversations, and offer insights into human nature and society problems.

Q. Can reading fiction help me get better at writing?

  • Yes, reading fiction may help you get better at writing. Your own creative writing activities can be inspired and informed by exposure to a variety of writing styles, character development, and storytelling approaches.

Q. Do timeless works of literature still have value today?

  • Absolutely. The everlasting ideas, emotions, and human experiences that are explored in classic literary works make them still relevant today. They are worthwhile readings because they provide a window into many historical eras and civilizations.

Q. How can I remember what I read in fiction books?

  • You may assist yourself remember the main points of fiction novels you’ve read by taking notes while you read, having conversations with other readers, and thinking about the themes and characters.

In conclusion, taking a literary tour of the finest fiction literature is a rewarding and interesting experience. These novels have the ability to transport us, inspire us, and widen our perspectives. They range from grand fantasy adventures to thought-provoking literary fiction. Keep in mind that each book is a doorway to a different universe that is just waiting to be discovered and treasured as you read through the many genres and stories.

 

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