New Books 2017 Fiction: Which new 2017 fiction books are highly recommended?

Then there's 'Washington Black' by Esi Edugyan. This novel takes the reader on a journey from the Caribbean to the Arctic in the 19th century. It's a story about a young boy's escape from slavery and his adventures, exploring themes of race, freedom, and identity.

I highly recommend 'The Seven Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle' by Stuart Turton. It's a mystery - thriller with a unique time - loop concept that keeps you on your toes. 'A Column of Fire' by Ken Follett is also great. It's a historical fiction that continues the Kingsbridge series and is full of political intrigue and complex characters. And 'The Alice Network' by Kate Quinn, which is set during World War I and II and tells the story of female spies.

I'd recommend 'Flight Behavior' by Barbara Kingsolver. It deals with themes like climate change and the impact on a rural community. It has really engaging characters that draw you into the story.

One great new fiction book in 2016 was 'The Underground Railroad' by Colson Whitehead. It tells a powerful and imaginative story about a young slave's journey to freedom. Another is 'La La Land: The Novel' which is based on the popular movie and gives more depth to the story and characters. And 'Homegoing' by Yaa Gyasi is also notable as it weaves a complex family saga across generations.

I would say 'All the Light We Cannot See' by Anthony Doerr. This book is set during World War II and follows the parallel lives of a blind French girl and a German boy. It's beautifully written and really captures the essence of that historical period. Also, 'The Book Thief' by Markus Zusak is excellent. It's narrated by Death and tells about a girl in Nazi Germany who steals books. Then there's 'A Tale of Two Cities' by Charles Dickens, which is set during the French Revolution.

Definitely 'The Poppy War' by R.F. Kuang. While it has elements of historical and military fiction, it also has a strong science - fiction - like magic system. It's a brutal and captivating story set in a fictional world inspired by Chinese history. It shows the consequences of war and power - hungry individuals in a very engaging way.

I highly recommend 'The Vanishing Half'. It has a really engaging plot about race and identity. The characters are well - developed and the story keeps you hooked from start to finish.

Definitely 'The Magicians' series by Lev Grossman. It features a world where magic exists and there are different realms that can be considered parts of a multiverse. 'The Stars My Destination' by Alfred Bester also has some multiverse - like ideas in its exploration of space and human potential. 'Annihilation' by Jeff VanderMeer has a strange and mysterious world that can be seen as part of a larger, weirder multiverse.

I highly recommend 'Sense and Sensibility' by Jane Austen. It's a story of two sisters and their different approaches to love. Austen's writing is brilliant in depicting the social and emotional aspects of relationships. Another good one is 'The Time Traveler's Wife' by Audrey Niffenegger. The concept of a man who time - travels and his relationship with his wife is unique and full of love and challenges.

I highly recommend 'The Wedding Date' by Jasmine Guillory. It has a great interracial romance plot that is both modern and engaging. The characters are well - developed and the chemistry between them is palpable. Another one is 'Second First Impressions' by Sally Thorne. It's about a young woman working at a retirement village and her unexpected romance. It's really sweet and has some great comedic moments.