What are some popular urban fiction novels?

One popular urban fiction novel is 'The Coldest Winter Ever' by Sister Souljah. It vividly portrays the life in the inner city, dealing with themes like poverty, crime, and the struggle for a better life.

Well, 'Me Before You' by Jojo Moyes can be considered in this category. It's a heart - wrenching love story set in an urban context. Then there's 'The Time Traveler's Wife' by Audrey Niffenegger. The unique concept of time travel adds an interesting twist to the romantic relationship. Also, 'One Day' by David Nicholls is quite well - known. It follows the lives of two characters and their relationship over the years, with a focus on different days in their lives.

Some great urban fiction romance novels include 'A Court of Thorns and Roses' series by Sarah J. Maas. It has a strong female lead and a complex love story set in a fictional but urban - like world. 'City of Bones' from The Mortal Instruments series by Cassandra Clare also has elements of urban fantasy and romance. The characters navigate a world full of magic and danger while also dealing with their feelings for each other.

One popular and often affordable urban fiction novel is 'The Coldest Winter Ever' by Sister Souljah. It's a well - known story in the urban fiction genre.

Some popular urban fiction books include 'Push' by Sapphire. This book tells a powerful story of an illiterate and abused teen mother in Harlem. 'On the Come Up' by Angie Thomas is also well - liked. It follows a young girl's journey to become a rapper in an urban environment. Additionally, 'The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao' by Junot Díaz is a great example of urban fiction that combines elements of Dominican - American culture with urban life.

Well, 'The Devil in the White City' is a fascinating fiction urban book. It's set in Chicago during the time of the World's Columbian Exposition in 1893. It weaves together the story of the fair's construction and a serial killer's deeds in the city. 'White Teeth' is another. It looks at the multi - cultural urban life in London, exploring family relationships, cultural clashes and the immigrant experience. And 'Less' which is set in various urban locations as the main character travels around, is a humorous yet poignant exploration of a middle - aged man's life.

Another is 'Push' by Sapphire. It has been widely read and the audiobook has been praised for its powerful narration. There's also 'Monster' by Walter Dean Myers. The story is told in a unique and captivating way in the audiobook format, and it really gives you a feel for the urban experience it portrays.

Another great 2019 urban fiction is 'On the Come Up' also by Angie Thomas. It follows the journey of a teen rapper trying to make it big while dealing with various challenges in her life. There are also books like 'Children of Blood and Bone' which, although it has elements of fantasy, is set in an urban - like world and was quite popular in 2019.

Some great urban fiction books include 'Flyy Girl' by Omar Tyree. This book follows the life of Tracy Ellison, a young girl with big dreams in the city. 'The Color Purple' by Alice Walker can also be considered urban fiction in a sense as it depicts the lives of African - American women in a rural - turned - urban context. It shows themes of abuse, love, and empowerment. Then there's 'Native Son' by Richard Wright which delves deep into the racial and social tensions in an urban landscape.

One popular 2020 urban fiction book is 'Concrete Rose' by Angie Thomas. It's a prequel to 'The Hate U Give' and delves into the backstory of Starr's father. Another is 'Such a Fun Age' by Kiley Reid which explores race and class issues in an urban setting through the story of a young black babysitter. 'The Vanishing Half' by Brit Bennett also has elements of urban life as it follows the lives of twin sisters who take different paths in different cities.