Can you recommend some underrated twisted fiction books?

One underrated mercenary fiction book is 'The Rogue Mercenary'. It's about a mercenary who goes against the norms of his profession and has to face the consequences. 'Mercenary's Legacy' is also not widely known. It shows how the actions of a mercenary can have long - lasting effects on the people and places he has been involved with. 'The Outcast Mercenary' is another one. It's about a mercenary who is shunned by his peers but still manages to prove his worth in various dangerous missions.

The 'The Kingmaker's Daughter' is an underrated gem. It focuses on the life of Anne Neville, a key figure during the Wars of the Roses.

There are some underrated YA fantasy books. For example, 'The Girl of Fire and Thorns' by Rae Carson. It has a plus - sized protagonist in a fantasy world full of political drama and magic. The character development is really good. 'Uprooted' by Naomi Novik is also underrated. It has a Slavic - inspired world, a mysterious wizard, and a girl who has to deal with her own power and the threat from the forest. And 'The Winner's Curse' by Marie Rutkoski. It's set in a world with a conquering empire and a slave girl who has more to her than meets the eye, but it doesn't get as much hype as some other YA fantasies.

In fantasy, 'The Name of the Wind' by Patrick Rothfuss is somewhat underrated. It has a great story about a young man's journey to become a powerful wizard. The world - building is detailed and the characters are engaging. For science fiction, 'Snow Crash' by Neal Stephenson is underrated. It combines elements of cyberpunk, with a virtual reality world called the Metaverse. Another underrated fantasy book is 'Uprooted' by Naomi Novik. It has a unique take on the fantasy genre with a dark forest and a wizard - like figure.

Sure. 'The Time Machine' by H.G. Wells is a great start. It's an oldie but a goodie. It's simple to understand and introduces the concept of time travel in a very engaging way. Another one is 'The War of the Worlds' also by Wells. It shows an alien invasion and how humans react, which is a classic science - fiction theme. And 'I, Robot' by Isaac Asimov. It has short, easy - to - read stories that introduce the idea of robotics and ethics in a really accessible way.

Sure. 'The Song of Achilles' by Madeline Miller. It retells the story of Achilles and Patroclus from Greek mythology in a very engaging way. Another good one is 'The Miniaturist' which is set in 17th - century Amsterdam and has a really interesting mystery at its core. And 'Alias Grace' by Margaret Atwood, which is based on a true story of a Canadian murderess in the 19th century.

Sure. 'The Monstrumologist' by Rick Yancey is often overlooked. It's a dark and thrilling YA book about a young apprentice to a monstrumologist. 'Daughter of Smoke and Bone' by Laini Taylor is underrated. It has a beautiful blend of fantasy, romance, and a unique world - building. And 'I'll Give You the Sun' by Jandy Nelson is also a great YA fiction that deals with family, love, and art in a really touching way.

Sure. 'The Girl Who Circumnavigated Fairyland in a Ship of Her Own Making' by Catherynne M. Valente is a good start. It has a charming and whimsical story that's easy to get into. Another is 'The House in the Cerulean Sea' by TJ Klune. It's a heartwarming fantasy with a simple yet engaging plot. And 'The Dark Is Rising' by Susan Cooper is also great for beginners. It has elements of magic and adventure.

A good underrated science fiction novel is 'Flowers for Algernon' by Daniel Keyes. Although it may be more of a science - fictional exploration of the human mind and intelligence, it's often overlooked in discussions of pure science fiction. The story of Charlie's transformation is both heart - breaking and thought - provoking. 'The Moon Is a Harsh Mistress' by Robert A. Heinlein is also underrated. It's set on the Moon where there's a revolution brewing against Earth's rule. Heinlein explores concepts of libertarianism, politics, and how a lunar colony could function. 'The Quantum Thief' by Hannu Rajaniemi is an underrated gem. It's set in a far - future solar system with a complex and convoluted plot involving quantum technology, memory, and identity theft.

'The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society' is a somewhat underrated WW2 fiction novel. It tells the story through letters and shows the impact of the war on the small island of Guernsey. It has a charming and heartwarming story about the power of literature and friendship during difficult times.