Can you recommend some 1980s adult fiction books?

Yes, '1984' by George Orwell is an important adult fiction work. It presents a dystopian society where the government has extreme control over people's lives. It makes you think about freedom, privacy, and the power of the state, with its dark and cautionary tale.

There's also 'A Wrinkle in Time' by Madeleine L'Engle. It's a science - fiction - flavored young adult book that takes readers on an intergalactic adventure with the main character as she tries to save her father and battle against the forces of evil.

Well, 'The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night - Time' by Mark Haddon is from the 2000s adult fiction list. It gives an interesting perspective as it is told from the point of view of a boy with Asperger's syndrome. And 'Gone Girl' by Gillian Flynn is a thriller that keeps readers on the edge of their seats with its twists and turns.

One great 'ADHD adult fiction' book is 'The Rest of the Story' by Sarah Dessen. It has complex characters that could potentially be read as having ADHD traits. Another is 'Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine' which has a main character with some behaviors that might resonate with those with ADHD.

Sure. 'Call Me by Your Name' by André Aciman is a great queer adult fiction. It beautifully portrays a love story between two men in Italy during a summer. The descriptions of the emotions and the Italian setting are really captivating.

Sure. 'The Great Gatsby' by F. Scott Fitzgerald is a great one. It shows the Jazz Age society and the pursuit of the American Dream. Another is 'To Kill a Mockingbird' by Harper Lee which tackles themes of racism and justice in a small southern town. And 'The Catcher in the Rye' by J.D. Salinger, which is about a young man's alienation and search for identity.

Sure. 'The Lottery' by Shirley Jackson is a great short adult fiction. It's a disturbing story set in a small town where an annual lottery has a very dark outcome. Another one is 'A Good Man Is Hard to Find' by Flannery O'Connor. It's filled with complex characters and moral exploration. And 'Hills Like White Elephants' by Ernest Hemingway, which is a masterful exploration of a relationship through dialogue.

One great 20,000 - word adult fiction could be 'The Old Man and the Sea' by Ernest Hemingway. It tells the story of an old fisherman's struggle against the sea and a giant marlin. The simple yet profound language and the deep exploration of human nature make it a classic.

The 'The Dresden Files' series by Jim Butcher is also great. It follows the adventures of Harry Dresden, a wizard private investigator in modern - day Chicago. There are lots of magic elements, from spells to magical creatures, and the storylines are complex and engaging, appealing to adult readers who like a mix of mystery and magic.

One of Neal Shusterman's notable adult fiction works is 'Unwind'. It presents a dystopian future where unwanted teens are 'unwound' for their body parts. Another could be 'Scythe', which also delves into complex themes in a unique world setting. 'Dry' is also a great one, exploring the chaos that ensues when water runs out in a region.