What are the top five novels that are highly recommended?

Some of the top 50 novels could include 'Pride and Prejudice' by Jane Austen. It's a classic that explores themes of love, class, and social expectations through the relationship between Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy. Another could be 'To Kill a Mockingbird' by Harper Lee, which is a powerful story about racial injustice in the American South. '1984' by George Orwell is also likely in there, a dystopian novel that warns about totalitarianism and the loss of privacy and freedom.

There are many great novels in the top 20. 'Lord of the Flies' by William Golding is an important one. It shows how human nature can turn savage when there are no rules. 'War and Peace' by Leo Tolstoy is a massive and detailed exploration of Russian society during the Napoleonic Wars. Also, 'The Catcher in the Rye' by J.D. Salinger is well - loved for its portrayal of teenage angst and alienation.

Some of the well - known ones could be 'Sword Art Online'. It's set in a virtual reality gaming world where players are trapped and have to fight to survive. Another might be 'Re:Zero − Starting Life in Another World', which has a unique take on the isekai genre with its time - loop mechanic. And 'Overlord' is also popular, where a powerful player finds himself in a new world as his in - game character.

Another great one is 'To Kill a Mockingbird' by Harper Lee. It deals with themes of racism and justice in the American South. The story is told from a child's perspective, which makes it both innocent and profound. It has a powerful message that still resonates today.

Well, 'Ring' is a must - mention. Its story of the cursed videotape has chilled many. 'Uzumaki' is unique in its exploration of the spiral motif. 'Tomie' is another great one, with its dark and disturbing plot about an immortal girl. 'Another' also stands out with its school - based horror elements. 'The Grudge' - based on the famous horror concept - is also a great addition to the list of highly recommended Japanese horror novels.

Well, 'Pride and Prejudice' by Jane Austen, although written a bit earlier, is still very much relevant in modern literature studies. It's a story of love and social class. 'Animal Farm' by George Orwell is a must - mention too. It uses animals on a farm to represent different social classes and political systems. And 'One Hundred Years of Solitude' by Gabriel García Márquez is also in the top modern novels. It has a very unique narrative style with elements of magic realism.

Definitely 'Deadpool Kills the Marvel Universe'. It's a must - read for any Deadpool fan. It shows his extreme side and how he can turn the Marvel Universe upside down. Another is 'Deadpool by Daniel Way'. It's a long - running series that really gets into the nitty - gritty of Deadpool's mind. And 'Deadpool Classic' which has the foundational stories that started it all for Deadpool.

One of the top western novels is 'Lonesome Dove' by Larry McMurtry. It's a classic that vividly portrays the life of cowboys in the American West. Another great one is 'True Grit' by Charles Portis, which has strong characters and an exciting plot. Also, 'The Ox - Bow Incident' by Walter Van Tilburg Clark is worth reading for its exploration of justice in the wild west.

One of the top ones is 'The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo' by Stieg Larsson. It has a complex plot full of mystery and a really interesting protagonist. Another great one is 'Gone Girl' by Gillian Flynn. The twists and turns in this novel keep readers on the edge of their seats.

I would recommend 'A Suitable Boy' for its detailed portrayal of love in different forms. Then there's 'The Palace of Illusions' which offers a fresh perspective on love through the eyes of Draupadi. 'Q&A' is also great as it has love elements in a story of a man's journey. 'The God of Small Things' with its exploration of love that goes against the grain. And 'Half Girlfriend' for its modern - day love story.