Can you name a few best dark fiction novels?

Sure. 'The Crying of Lot 49' by Thomas Pynchon is a great example. It has a complex plot filled with strange characters and situations that are both funny in a dark way and thought - provoking.

'Hellblazer' is a good example. It follows the adventures of John Constantine, a cynical and often morally ambiguous magician. The stories are filled with dark magic, demons, and Constantine's attempts to navigate a world full of supernatural threats while also dealing with his own personal demons and addictions.

Sure. 'The Hobbit' by J.R.R. Tolkien can be a good start. It has elements of dark fantasy like the encounters with trolls and goblins, but it's also quite accessible. Another one is 'Stardust' by Neil Gaiman. It's a shorter read and has a charming story with some dark elements mixed in. 'The Graveyard Book' by Neil Gaiman as well. It has a unique setting in a graveyard and the main character faces various spooky challenges.

Another good one is 'American Psycho' by Bret Easton Ellis. While it's more of a dark and satirical take on the 1980s yuppie culture which was intertwined with finance. The main character is a wealthy investment banker with a disturbing double life. It offers a different perspective on the financial world and the type of people it can breed.

Then there's 'Moby - Dick' by Herman Melville. It's not just a story about a whale hunt but also a profound exploration of obsession, fate, and the human condition. Captain Ahab's single - minded pursuit of the white whale is a central and memorable aspect.

Sure. 'The Glass Castle' by Jeannette Walls is a remarkable one. It tells the story of Walls' upbringing in a dysfunctional family. Her family was constantly on the move, and she had to face poverty and her parents' eccentricities. It's a story of resilience and self - discovery.

Sure. '1984' by George Orwell is a must - read. It shows a dystopian future where the government has total control over people's lives. It's a chilling and thought - provoking book.

Sure, 'Go Set a Watchman' was a big 2015 best seller in fiction.

Sure. 'Malibu Rising' is one. It's about a famous family in Malibu and their secrets. It has elements of family drama, love, and the allure of the California beach scene.

Well, 'Anathem' by Neal Stephenson is also a great unknown science - fiction novel. It's set in a world where a group of intellectuals called 'avout' live in seclusion from the outside world, which is full of advanced technology. The book is thick with ideas about philosophy, mathematics, and the relationship between knowledge and society. It's a slow - burn but very rewarding read.