Best Books to Read 2017 Fiction: Can you recommend a few?

Sure. 'The Overstory' by Richard Powers is a remarkable 2019 fiction book. It focuses on trees and the relationship between humans and nature in a really unique way. Another is 'There There' by Tommy Orange, which gives an important look at urban Native American life.

Sure. 'The Prophets' by Robert Jones Jr. is a great 2021 fiction book. It's a powerful story about two enslaved men on a plantation. Another is 'No One Is Talking About This' by Patricia Lockwood, which has a unique narrative style that jumps between different perspectives. 'Detransition, Baby' by Torrey Peters is also considered one of the best, exploring complex issues related to gender and identity.

Sure. 'The Kite Runner' is a great historical fiction book. It takes place in Afghanistan and shows the country's history through the eyes of the main character. Another one is 'Cold Mountain' which is set during the American Civil War and tells the story of a soldier's journey home. 'Midnight's Children' by Salman Rushdie is also a must - read. It weaves a magical story around India's independence and partition.

Definitely. 'The Crying of Lot 49' by Thomas Pynchon is an interesting choice. It's full of Pynchon's signature complex symbolism and paranoia - inducing plot. 'If on a winter's night a traveler' by Italo Calvino is also very cool. It has a meta - fictional aspect that makes it stand out. And 'The Left Hand of Darkness' by Ursula K. Le Guin, while not completely obscure, is still under - read and is a wonderful exploration of gender and society in a science - fiction context.

Sure. 'The Ministry for the Future' by Kim Stanley Robinson. It's a thought - provoking book that deals with climate change and possible solutions in a fictional future. It's a great read for those interested in environmental and future - related topics.

Definitely. 'Krik? Krak!' by Edwidge Danticat is a remarkable Caribbean fiction book. It contains stories that are deeply rooted in Haitian culture and history. 'The Dragon Can't Dance' by Earl Lovelace is also a gem. It focuses on the Carnival season in Trinidad and the lives of the people there. 'Annie John' by Jamaica Kincaid is a coming - of - age story set in Antigua that beautifully captures the relationship between a mother and daughter.

Definitely 'Remote Control' by Nnedi Okorafor. It's about a girl with special powers in a post - apocalyptic Africa. The story combines elements of African folklore with science fiction concepts. It's a unique take on the genre and shows how different cultures can bring new and exciting elements to science fiction.

Sure. 'Red, White & Royal Blue' is a great choice. It's a fun and romantic story about the relationship between the son of the US president and a British prince. 'Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda' is also very popular. It focuses on a high school boy's journey of coming out and dealing with his identity. Another one is 'The Song of Achilles', which reimagines the relationship between Achilles and Patroclus in a more intimate way within the context of Greek mythology.

One of the best Southeast Asian fiction books is 'When the War is Over' by Mochtar Lubis. It provides a deep look into Indonesia's post - war situation. 'The Woman in the Dunes' by Kobo Abe, while Japanese, has some similarities in themes of isolation and struggle that can be related to Southeast Asian literature. Also, 'The Rice Mother' by Rani Manicka, set in Malaysia, is a great read as it tells a story of a woman's life full of hardships and love.

Sure. 'The School for Good Mothers' by Jessamine Chan. It's a disturbing yet thought - provoking look at motherhood and society's expectations. Another good one is 'Olga Dies Dreaming' by Xochitl Gonzalez. It combines family drama with social and political commentary in a really engaging way.