Can you recommend some recent best novels?

Sure. 'Educated' is a great recent novel. It's a memoir - like novel that details the author's journey from growing up in a strict and somewhat isolated family in rural Idaho to getting an education and breaking free from the constraints of her upbringing. It's inspiring.

Sure. 'Where the Crawdads Sing' is a great recent paperback novel. It has a beautiful story set in the marshlands, following the life of a young girl. Another one is 'The Midnight Library' which takes readers on a journey through different lives in a magical library.

'Beach Read' is also a great recent romantic novel. It's about two writers who have very different writing styles. They challenge each other and, of course, fall in love during their time together at the beach. It has a perfect blend of humor and heartfelt moments.

Sure. 'Where the Crawdads Sing' by Delia Owens is a great recent western novel. It has a beautiful story set in the marshes of North Carolina. The main character Kya's journey of growing up alone in the wild and the mystery surrounding a death in the town makes it a really engaging read.

One of the best recent detective novels is 'The Silent Patient' by Alex Michaelides. It has a great plot full of twists and turns. The story revolves around a woman who stops speaking after murdering her husband, and a psychotherapist is determined to find out why.

Sure. 'Normal People' by Sally Rooney is a great recent English novel. It tells a complex and nuanced story of the relationship between two young people. Another one is 'The Testaments' by Margaret Atwood. It's a powerful sequel to 'The Handmaid's Tale'.

A recent mystery novel that stands out is 'The Sanatorium' by Sarah Pearse. It's set in a former sanatorium turned luxury hotel in the Swiss Alps. The spooky setting combined with a series of disappearances makes it a page - turner.

One of the best recent romantic novels is 'The Flatshare' by Beth O'Leary. It has a unique premise where a man and a woman share a flat but at different times. The story is full of charm, and as they communicate through post - it notes, their relationship slowly blossoms. It's a heartwarming read that shows how love can grow in unexpected ways.

Kiran Desai's 'The Inheritance of Loss' is a must - read. It portrays the lives of different characters in India and the United States, dealing with issues like globalization, poverty, and the clash of cultures. The story is complex and engaging, showing the far - reaching effects of various social and economic forces.

Another recent best - sold novel is 'The Girl on the Train' by Paula Hawkins. It's a psychological thriller that has a unique narrative structure. The story is told from the perspectives of different characters, and it keeps readers guessing until the end.