Can you recommend some of the 100 21st century novels?

The 'The Underground Railroad' by Colson Whitehead is also a notable one. It reimagines the Underground Railroad as an actual railroad and delves into the harrowing experiences of slaves in the United States during the 19th century, while also being very relevant to understanding the long - term impact of slavery in the 21st - century context.

One of the 21st century classic novels is 'The Kite Runner' by Khaled Hosseini. It tells a powerful story of friendship, betrayal, and redemption set against the backdrop of Afghanistan's tumultuous history. Another is 'Atonement' by Ian McEwan, which explores themes of guilt, love, and the consequences of a false accusation through a complex and beautifully written narrative.

Sure. 'Gone Girl' by Gillian Flynn is a great one. It's a story full of twists and turns. The characters are complex, especially the female lead, Amy. Her actions and the way the story unfolds through her and her husband's perspectives are really captivating.

One well - known Marlborough - related 21st - century novel could be 'The Marlborough Man' if there is such a novel in this context. It might explore themes related to the area of Marlborough, perhaps its history, culture or the people there in a modern setting.

Well, 'NW' by Zadie Smith is an interesting read. It explores the lives of four Londoners from different backgrounds. And 'Gone Girl' by Gillian Flynn, although it has an American author, is set partly in England and is a gripping psychological thriller that was very popular in the 21st century.

Sure. 'The Cartel' by Don Winslow is a 21st - century noir that looks at the drug trade in a modern context. It shows the brutal and complex world of the cartels. 'The Sympathizer' by Viet Thanh Nguyen is also a notable one. It combines elements of noir with a deep exploration of identity and the aftermath of war in a modern - day setting. And 'The Power' by Naomi Alderman, while not a traditional noir, has noir - like elements as it explores power dynamics and the dark side of human nature in a world where women have a special power.

Sure. 'In the Woods' by Tana French is a great thriller. It has a really engaging mystery set in Ireland. The characters are complex, and the setting adds to the overall mood of the story. Then there's 'Big Little Lies' by Liane Moriarty which, while also having elements of drama, has a strong thriller aspect with its mystery and the secrets the characters are hiding.

Sure. 'Platform' by Michel Houellebecq is a significant work. It deals with themes of globalization, tourism, and sexual relationships in a rather cynical and critical way. It's a reflection of the modern world through Houellebecq's often controversial lens.

Yes. 'The Scarlet Letter' by Nathaniel Hawthorne is a significant novel. It's about a woman who is punished for adultery in a Puritan society. 'Moby - Dick' by Herman Melville is a classic tale of Captain Ahab's obsessive quest for the white whale. 'Jane Eyre' by Charlotte Bronte is a beautiful love story of a young governess and her employer, Mr. Rochester, and also deals with themes of class, gender, and morality.

One great popular 21st - century mystery novel is 'The Silent Patient' by Alex Michaelides. The story is about a woman who stops speaking after murdering her husband. The mystery around her motives and what really happened is really fascinating. It has elements of psychological thriller which makes it even more engaging.