Can you list some characteristics of best selling novels?

Some of the novels like 'Where the Crawdads Sing' have very vivid settings. The marshland setting is almost like a character itself, with detailed descriptions that draw you in.

Many of them had engaging storylines. For example, in 'The Lost Symbol', the mystery elements keep readers hooked. They also often dealt with popular themes. 'The Help' focused on important social issues of the time. Another characteristic was strong character development. In 'The Girl Who Kicked the Hornet's Nest', Lisbeth Salander is a very well - developed and complex character.

Some other novels that could have been best - selling in 1936 were those by well - known authors of the time. Maybe works by Sinclair Lewis. His novels often explored American society in a very in - depth way, which might have appealed to a wide range of readers.

Another popular one was 'Where the Crawdads Sing' by Delia Owens. It's a coming - of - age story set in the marshlands. It combines elements of mystery, nature, and human relationships, which attracted a large number of readers in 2021.

Well, 'Origin' by Dan Brown was a popular 2018 novel too. It had all the elements of a typical Dan Brown novel - a mystery involving history, art, and religion. His fans were eager to follow the adventures of his protagonist, Robert Langdon, once again.

One of the 2019 best - selling novels was 'Where the Crawdads Sing' by Delia Owens. It's a beautifully written story about a young girl growing up in the marshes. Another popular one was 'The Silent Patient' by Alex Michaelides. It had a really gripping mystery plot that kept readers hooked.

Yes. 'The Guest List' by Lucy Foley was quite popular in 2020. It's a murder mystery set on a remote island during a wedding. The story is full of secrets, lies, and unexpected twists that keep readers hooked from start to finish.

Sure. 'Lessons in Chemistry' was a very popular 2023 best - selling novel. It tells a unique story about a female chemist in a male - dominated field. Another one is 'Fourth Wing' which attracted a large number of readers with its exciting plot and interesting characters.

Sure. 'Lessons in Chemistry' was a best - selling novel in 2023. It tells a story about a female chemist in a male - dominated field.

One of the 2022 best selling novels was 'Where the Crawdads Sing' by Delia Owens. It's a story that combines mystery and coming - of - age elements, set in the marshes of North Carolina.