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

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. '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.

Sure. 'The Girl on the Train' is a great 21st - century crime novel. It tells the story from the perspective of an unreliable narrator who may have witnessed a crime. Then there's 'The Widow' which also has a very engaging plot. The widow of a suspected murderer has her own secrets to hide. And 'I'll Be Gone in the Dark' by Michelle McNamara is also excellent as it's about the hunt for the Golden State Killer.

Sure. 'The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo' by Stieg Larsson is a great one. It has a strong female lead, Lisbeth Salander, who is a hacker and helps solve a decades - old mystery. The story is full of dark secrets and complex relationships.