Well, 'Station Eleven' was a great 2014 fiction book. It had a unique take on a post - apocalyptic world. Also, 'The Miniaturist' was quite good. The setting in Amsterdam and the mystery around the miniaturist made it a really interesting read. 'The Rosie Project' was also popular for its light - hearted and humorous take on love and relationships.
For me, 'A God in Ruins' was a top 2014 fiction. It continued the story from 'Life After Life' in a really engaging way. 'Lila' was also great. Marilynne Robinson's writing is always so beautiful and she really brought the character of Lila to life. And 'We Are All Completely Beside Ourselves' had a really thought - provoking story.
In 2018, 'An American Marriage' by Tayari Jones was highly regarded. It was a powerful story about a young African - American couple dealing with the husband's wrongful imprisonment. The book really showed the impact on their relationship and on their individual lives.
I think 'The Sense of an Ending' by Julian Barnes was a top pick in 2011 fiction. It's a short but profound novel that delves into the nature of memory and how our past actions can come back to haunt us. The main character is forced to re - evaluate his memories and the events of his youth, and Barnes writes in a very thought - provoking way.
A really good 2019 fiction book is 'The Dutch House' by Ann Patchett. It's a story about a brother and sister and their relationship with a grand house. The characters are well - developed, and the story is full of heart and family drama.
In 2019, 'The Wife Between Us' by Greer Hendricks and Sarah Pekkanen was a top thriller. It had a complex plot where nothing was as it seemed at first. The characters' motives and relationships were full of mystery, which made it a real page - turner.
Some of the best thriller fiction books in 2018 included 'The Chalk Man' by C.J. Tudor. It's a gripping story that jumps between different time periods, keeping the reader guessing. Also, 'Elevation' by Stephen King was a bit different. It wasn't a typical horror - thriller but still had elements that made it a page - turner, like the strange happenings in the small town.
Well, 'The Choice' was quite popular in 2019. It's an interactive fiction where the reader gets to make choices for the protagonist that greatly impact the plot. It was praised for its engaging storylines and the way it made readers feel involved in the story.
There was also 'Transcription' by Kate Atkinson. It's a historical fiction that takes place during World War II. The story is full of mystery, espionage, and complex characters. Atkinson's writing style makes it a page - turner, and it was well - received as one of the best new fiction books in that month.
For me, '1984' by George Orwell is a top choice. It's a dystopian novel that warns about the dangers of totalitarianism. The concepts in this book are still relevant today, and it makes you think about privacy, freedom, and the power of the state.
Among the best in 2016 fiction are 'LaRose' which is a very emotional and deep story about two families. 'The Vegetarian' is quite unique. It's not just about a diet choice but about a woman's inner struggle and her relationship with the world. 'Commonwealth' is also excellent as it shows how one event can have a ripple effect on multiple lives over time.
I think 'We Are All Completely Beside Ourselves' by Karen Joy Fowler is among the best. It has a very interesting plot that keeps you hooked from start to finish. The audiobook is well - narrated, making it easy to follow along.