Can you recommend some famous New York City novels?

Sure. 'My Antonia' by Willa Cather has elements set in the Midwest which has some similarities to Upstate New York in terms of rural landscapes and immigrant experiences. Another is 'The Age of Innocence' by Edith Wharton. Although it focuses more on New York City society, it also has connections to the Upstate regions. Also, 'The Shipping News' by Annie Proulx has settings and a mood that can be related to the quieter, more rural areas like Upstate New York.

One well - known 'New York Station Novel' could be 'The Catcher in the Rye'. Although not directly centered around a station, it captures the essence of New York youth and their sense of displacement, which can be related to the transient nature of a station. The main character Holden Caulfield's journey through the city has a certain connection to the idea of a station as a place of passage.

One well - known gay New York novel is 'The Boys in the Band' by Mart Crowley. It's a play - turned - novel that delves into the lives of gay men in New York and their complex relationships and insecurities.

Yes, 'The Great Gatsby' by F. Scott Fitzgerald has weather elements related to New York City. The hot summer days add to the tension and decadence of the parties and the relationships. The hazy, warm weather is part of the atmosphere that surrounds the characters' actions and desires.

One famous novel is 'The Color Purple' by Alice Walker. Although it is not strictly set only in New York City, it portrays the lives of black women, which has elements that can be related to the black experience in urban areas like New York. Another could be 'Go Tell It on the Mountain' by James Baldwin. Baldwin was from Harlem in New York and his work delved deeply into the black life, faith, and the struggles in that environment. 'Native Son' by Richard Wright also gives insights into the life of a young black man in a big city, which can be seen as relevant to New York City in terms of the themes of racial oppression and the search for identity within a large urban context.

Dashiell Hammett is a very famous author. His works like 'The Maltese Falcon' are classic New York City detective novels. Hammett's writing style is known for its hard - boiled and noir elements. Another is Lawrence Block. His books often feature New York City settings and detectives. His 'Matthew Scudder' series is quite popular.

The Dakota Apartments also have their share of ghost stories. After John Lennon was assassinated outside the building, some claim to have seen his ghost in the hallways. There are also tales of other unexplained phenomena there from years before that tragic event. It's a building with a long and somewhat spooky history.

One such novel could be 'The Time Traveler's Wife'. Although not solely focused on New York City, it has parts set there and involves time travel. The story of Henry and Clare's relationship across different times is truly captivating.

There might not be a large number of novels directly about New York City youth pastors. But 'The Color of Water' by James McBride could be of interest. It's about a biracial family in New York and has themes of identity, family, and faith. A youth pastor in New York could find elements in it to connect with the youth in terms of family values and self - discovery. Also, some detective novels set in New York City like those by Lawrence Block might indirectly offer insights. The seedy underbelly of the city shown in these novels can make a youth pastor aware of the challenges and temptations that the youth face in such an environment.

One famous New York novel is 'The Great Gatsby' by F. Scott Fitzgerald. It vividly depicts the life of the wealthy in New York during the Jazz Age. Another is 'Catcher in the Rye' by J.D. Salinger, which shows the alienation of a young man in New York. 'Bonfire of the Vanities' by Tom Wolfe also gives a detailed look at different aspects of New York society.