Can you recommend some good fiction kidnapping short stories?

One great kidnapping story fiction is 'Gone Girl' by Gillian Flynn. It involves a woman's disappearance which has elements of a kidnapping mystery. Another is 'The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo' where the main character, Lisbeth Salander, gets involved in solving a decades - old disappearance case that has kidnapping aspects. And 'Room' by Emma Donoghue also has a form of kidnapping situation at its core as the main characters are held captive.

In 'The Lovely Bones', the main character, Susie, is kidnapped and murdered. However, the story is told from her perspective in heaven as she watches her family deal with the aftermath. It's a unique and poignant take on a kidnapping story.

Another possibility for a 2016 kidnapping fiction book could be from the works of some independent or niche authors. These might not be as mainstream but could still offer a great take on the kidnapping theme. You could look into small - press publications or online book communities that might have reviews or discussions about such books. There are also likely e - books that were published in 2016 with kidnapping as a central plot device.

Sure. 'The Lottery' by Shirley Jackson is a great short story. It has a shocking ending that makes you think about society. Another one is 'A Good Man Is Hard to Find' by Flannery O'Connor, which is full of complex characters and moral exploration.

One great book is 'Gone Girl' by Gillian Flynn. It involves a complex plot where a woman goes missing, and there are elements of what could be considered a form of kidnapping in the mind - games and mystery surrounding her disappearance. Another is 'Room' by Emma Donoghue. It tells the story of a mother and son held captive in a small room, which is a harrowing and unique take on the kidnapping theme. Also, 'The Lovely Bones' by Alice Sebold has a kidnapping and murder at its core, with the story being told from the perspective of the victim in the afterlife.

One well - known mermaid kidnapping fiction novel is 'The Mermaid's Curse'. It tells a story about a mermaid being kidnapped by a group of sailors who believe she can bring them great fortune. Another one could be 'Mermaid in Captivity' which focuses on a mermaid's struggle after being kidnapped from her underwater home.

There's the movie - inspired story of 'Taken'. A retired CIA agent's daughter is kidnapped while traveling in Europe. He then uses his skills to track down the kidnappers and rescue her. It's full of action and high - stakes situations. Also, 'The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo' has elements of a fictional kidnapping story within its complex mystery plot.

Another good one could be 'A Good Man Is Hard to Find' by Flannery O'Connor. It's filled with vivid characters and a darkly humorous take on morality. The grandmother in the story is a very complex character, and through her journey, we see different aspects of human nature and how quickly a situation can turn dangerous.

There are many. 'The Tell - Tale Heart' by Edgar Allan Poe is a classic. The unreliable narrator makes it a fascinating read as he descends into madness. 'Harrison Bergeron' by Kurt Vonnegut is thought - provoking, set in a dystopian society where everyone is made equal in the most extreme ways. Also, 'An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge' by Ambrose Bierce is a gripping short story with a twist at the end.

There are quite a few out there. For example, 'Kidnapped into His World' is a fanfiction that plays on the kidnapping trope in a romantic way. The male lead, for reasons of his own, kidnaps the female lead, and as they are forced to be in close quarters, their feelings start to change. It's full of drama and passionate moments. Well - written kidnapping romance fanfiction often focuses on the psychological aspect of the characters' relationship development.