Recently, 'The Outsider' by Stephen King has some elements that can be related to mafia - style mystery and the power of an unknown entity that operates in the shadows, much like a mafia. 'The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo' by Stieg Larsson also has elements of a dark underworld that can be compared to the mafia in terms of its secrecy and power - driven characters.
One of the popular ones is 'Before the Fall' by Noah Hawley. Although not strictly a traditional mafia story, it has elements of organized crime and power - brokering that are reminiscent of mafia fiction. Also, 'The Whites' by Richard Price, which was later adapted into a TV show, has some elements of the mafia - like underworld in New York City.
In recent years, 'The Cartel' series has been quite popular. It gives a modern take on drug cartels which have similarities to mafia organizations in terms of power struggles and illegal activities. 'The Force' by Don Winslow is also a great one. It shows the corruption and power - play within a police force that has some mafia - like elements in its operations.
One of the popular ones is 'Convenience Store Woman' by Sayaka Murata. It offers a unique perspective on the life of a woman who works in a convenience store and how she doesn't quite fit into the norms of society.
Well, 'I Offer My Heart' by María Dueñas has gained a lot of popularity. It tells an engaging story of love and self - discovery.
In recent years, 'Red Sparrow' has been very popular. It has a unique take on the world of spies with a strong female lead. Another popular one is 'The Night Agent' by Matthew Quirk. It's a fast - paced thriller involving the CIA and lots of action. Also, 'The President's Daughter' by Bill Clinton and James Patterson has elements related to the CIA and has gained quite a bit of attention.
In recent years, 'Red, White & Royal Blue' has been extremely popular. It's a fun and romantic story about the relationship between the son of the US president and a prince. Another popular one is 'The Priory of the Orange Tree' which features LGBT characters and a richly imagined fantasy world.
One of the very popular ones is 'The Three - Body Problem' by Liu Cixin. It has attracted a large number of readers around the world with its unique and imaginative view of the universe.
In recent years, 'The Nightingale' by Kristin Hannah has been extremely popular. It's a story about two sisters in France during World War II. Another popular one is 'Code Name Verity' by Elizabeth Wein, which is a gripping tale of female friendship and espionage during the war. 'Salt to the Sea' by Ruta Sepetys is also well - liked as it tells the story of the sinking of the Wilhelm Gustloff during World War II.
In recent years, 'The Name of the Wind' by Patrick Rothfuss has been very popular. It tells the story of Kvothe, a young man with extraordinary abilities. 'Six of Crows' by Leigh Bardugo is also quite well - known. It features a group of misfits on a dangerous heist. Another popular one is 'Red Rising' by Pierce Brown. It has a unique blend of science - fiction and fantasy elements set in a future society.
'The Girl on the Train' has been very popular. The female protagonist Rachel Watson has a complex life and her story is full of mystery. Another one is 'Big Little Lies' where the multiple female protagonists are all well - developed characters.
Recently, 'The Woman in the Window' by A.J. Finn has been quite popular. It's a psychological thriller with elements of criminal justice as the main character tries to figure out what she witnessed. 'The Dry' by Jane Harper is also well - liked. It's set in a small town and involves a detective investigating a murder.
The 'Shadow and Bone' trilogy by Leigh Bardugo has been extremely popular lately. It has a great blend of magic and a somewhat science - fiction - inspired world - building. 'The Poppy War' by R. F. Kuang is also very well - liked. It has a complex and engaging plot set in a fictional world with some science - fiction - adjacent elements. 'Six of Crows' which is also by Leigh Bardugo and is part of the same universe as 'Shadow and Bone' has been very popular among YA readers for its characters and heist - like story.