I really liked 'Normal People' by Sally Rooney. It's a novel that focuses on the complex relationship between two Irish teenagers, Marianne and Connell. It beautifully portrays their on - again - off - again relationship, as well as exploring class differences and the insecurities that come with youth.
One great book from 2019 fiction is 'The Testaments' by Margaret Atwood. It's a sequel to 'The Handmaid's Tale' and further explores the dystopian world she created, with engaging characters and a thought - provoking plot.
One great book from 2015 fiction is 'A Little Life' by Hanya Yanagihara. It's a deeply moving and complex novel that follows the lives of four friends in New York City. The story delves into themes of friendship, trauma, and the human condition. The characters are richly drawn, and the narrative is both heart - wrenching and thought - provoking.
I really liked 'Shuggie Bain' by Douglas Stuart. It's a powerful and poignant story set in Glasgow. It delves deep into themes of family, poverty, and the struggle for acceptance. The characters are well - drawn and the narrative is engaging, making it a must - read among 2020 fictions.
A great 2017 fiction book is 'The Power' by Naomi Alderman. It imagines a world where women develop the ability to electrocute people at will. This leads to a complete shift in the power dynamics between genders. It's an exciting and thought - provoking read.
One great fiction book is 'Pride and Prejudice' by Jane Austen. It offers a wonderful look into the social norms and romantic relationships of the 19th century. The characters are vividly drawn and the story of Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy is both charming and thought - provoking.
One great 2017 fiction book is 'Exit West' by Mohsin Hamid. It tells a story of a young couple's journey through a world filled with magical doors that lead to different places. The book beautifully explores themes of migration, love, and the search for a better life in a changing world.
One great alternate fiction book is 'The Man in the High Castle' by Philip K. Dick. It presents an alternate history where the Axis powers won World War II. Another is 'Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell' which is set in an alternate England filled with magic. And 'Fahrenheit 451' by Ray Bradbury can also be considered in a sense as it depicts an alternate society where books are burned.
Another excellent choice is 'The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo' by Stieg Larsson. This book combines mystery, thriller, and some elements of crime. The main character, Lisbeth Salander, is a very unique and interesting figure, and the story is filled with suspense as it delves into dark secrets and murders.
One great adult fiction book is 'To Kill a Mockingbird' by Harper Lee. It's a classic that delves into themes of racism and moral growth through the eyes of a young girl in the South. The characters are vividly drawn, and the story is both heart - warming and thought - provoking.
One great teen fiction is 'The Hunger Games' by Suzanne Collins. It's set in a dystopian world where teens are forced to fight to the death in an arena. Another is 'Harry Potter' series by J.K. Rowling. It follows the magical adventures of Harry and his friends at Hogwarts. Also, 'To All the Boys I've Loved Before' by Jenny Han is a great teen romance novel.