Well, 'Giovanni's Room' by James Baldwin is quite popular. It delves into themes of love, lust, and self - acceptance. The main character's struggle with his sexuality in different cultural and personal contexts makes it a thought - provoking read.
'Boy Meets Boy' by David Levithan is popular, especially among young adult readers. It presents a world where being gay is normal and accepted, and it has a very positive and heartwarming story of love and friendship in a high school setting.
Well, 'Boy Meets Boy' was also well - liked. It has a unique charm in its story - telling that attracted many readers, especially those interested in gay - themed fiction with a touch of whimsy.
The Song of Achilles is extremely popular. It brings the ancient Greek story of Achilles and Patroclus to a modern audience in a very engaging way. 'Maurice' is also well - loved. It was ahead of its time when it was written, and it still resonates with readers today. 'Call Me by Your Name' has gained a lot of popularity due to its beautiful prose and the tender love story it tells.
'Boy Meets Boy' by David Levithan is also well - known. It's set in a town where being gay is completely normal and accepted. It has a unique and positive take on a gay young adult's life, with a story full of love, friendship, and high - school adventures. It shows an ideal world where being gay isn't something that has to be fought for, but just a part of normal life.
Some popular gay novel books include 'Call Me by Your Name' by André Aciman. It beautifully portrays a love story between two men in Italy. Another is 'Maurice' by E. M. Forster, which was ahead of its time in exploring homosexual love in a more repressive era.
Well, 'Harry Potter' series by J.K. Rowling is extremely popular all over the world. The magical world it creates, full of wizards, witches, and exciting adventures, has captured the hearts of millions. Also, 'The Lord of the Rings' trilogy by J.R.R. Tolkien is a huge hit. Its epic fantasy world, complex characters, and the battle between good and evil make it a must - read for many.
Recently, 'Red, White & Royal Blue' has been very popular. It's a fun and romantic story about the relationship between the son of the US president and a British prince. Another popular one is 'On Earth We're Briefly Gorgeous' which, while not strictly a gay male fiction book in the traditional sense, has important themes related to gay identity and love.
I think 'The Goldfinch' was quite popular. It won the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction in 2014. Its complex characters and engaging plot made it a favorite among many readers.
The 'The Girl on the Train' was extremely popular in 2015. It had a gripping plot that attracted a wide audience, especially those who love mystery and suspense.
Among the popular ones was also 'The Tiger's Wife' by Téa Obreht. It combines elements of magical realism with a coming - of - age story. The story, set in a war - torn Balkan country, has a unique charm that appealed to many readers with its exploration of family, history, and superstition.
I think 'All the Light We Cannot See' was also highly popular. It not only had a great story but also told it from unique perspectives - that of a blind girl and a German boy during the war. The way it wove together their stories and the historical backdrop made it a favorite among many. The author's detailed descriptions of the settings, like the occupied French town and the German military operations, added to its allure.