There's also 'The Prophets' by Robert Jones Jr. This novel explores the relationship between two enslaved men on a plantation. It delves into themes such as love, power, and the dehumanizing nature of slavery. It has received acclaim for its lyrical writing and deep exploration of the lives of slaves.
While not extremely recent, 'Kindred' by Octavia Butler still holds significance. It tells the story of a modern - day black woman who is suddenly transported back in time to a plantation in the antebellum South. Through her experiences, it shows the brutality of slavery and the complex relationships between slaves and slave - owners.
One of the well - known best - seller slavery fictions is 'Uncle Tom's Cabin' by Harriet Beecher Stowe. It had a huge impact on the view of slavery in the United States and was very popular at that time. It vividly depicted the lives and hardships of slaves, which made many people realize the cruelty of slavery.
Yes, 'The Rosie Project' by Graeme Simsion. It's about a genetics professor with Asperger's syndrome who decides to find a wife through a scientific questionnaire. His adventures in the dating world are both heartwarming and comical.
Another one is 'Where the Crawdads Sing' by Delia Owens. It has elements of murder mystery set in a beautiful yet somewhat desolate natural backdrop. The story unfolds as the mystery of a death in the marshlands is investigated, while also exploring the life of the main character Kya.
Yes, 'The Hating Game' by Sally Thorne. It's a fun and flirty romance about two co - workers who seem to hate each other at first but then things develop into a steamy relationship.
A recent best - seller is 'The Midnight Library' by Matt Haig. It's a thought - provoking story about a library that exists between life and death, and the different lives the protagonist could have lived. It's very well - written and the audiobook is quite engaging. Also, 'The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue' by V.E. Schwab has been popular. It tells the story of a girl who makes a deal and lives for centuries, but is forgotten by everyone she meets. The audiobook has a great narration that brings the story to life.
Yes. 'The Love Hypothesis' by Ali Hazelwood is a recent hit. It has a fake - dating trope that leads to real feelings. And 'People We Meet on Vacation' by Emily Henry as well. It's a story about two friends who have a more - than - friends kind of relationship that develops over their vacations together.
'I, Claudius' is also suitable. It's about the early Roman Empire, told through the eyes of Claudius. The story is full of political drama, family feuds, and historical events, but it's written in a way that is engaging and not too difficult to understand for those new to historical fiction.
'The Silent Patient' by Alex Michaelides is also very popular lately. It's about a famous painter who stops speaking after being accused of murdering her husband. The story slowly peels back the layers of mystery as the psychologist tries to get her to talk, and there are many unexpected twists along the way.
Sure. 'The Martian' by Andy Weir is a recent best seller. It's about an astronaut stranded on Mars and his struggle to survive. It's full of scientific details and a great sense of humor. Another one is 'Ready Player One' by Ernest Cline. Set in a future where people escape into a virtual reality world, it has a lot of 80s pop - culture references.
Sure. 'Where the Crawdads Sing' is a recent best - seller. It's a beautiful coming - of - age story set in the marshes of North Carolina. The main character, Kya, is an outcast who has to fend for herself and her connection to the natural world is really captivating.