Discovering 2014 Fiction Books

The book 'Thanneer Desam' is considered among the top Tamil fictions. It delves deep into the social issues of its time. The author uses a very engaging narrative style to tell a story that makes readers think about the problems faced by society.

In 2014, 'The Miniaturist' was also quite popular. It's set in 17th - century Amsterdam. The story is full of mystery as a young bride receives miniatures from an unknown miniaturist that seem to predict the future. It has elements of historical fiction, mystery, and female empowerment.

A great find is 'The Color Purple' by Alice Walker. It's a story of a young African - American woman's struggle through abuse and finding her own voice. The epistolary style gives it a very personal touch.

Margaret Atwood's 'Alias Grace' is an excellent historical fiction. Based on a true story in 19th - century Canada, it delves into the mind of a female prisoner and the society's view of women at that time. It's a thought - provoking read that combines historical facts with fictional elements in a masterful way. There are so many details about the social norms, the legal system, and the way women were treated. It makes you think about justice and how it was served in the past. Also, the character of Grace is very complex and multi - faceted, which adds to the overall allure of the book.

A great new historical fiction book is 'The Song of Achilles'. It's a beautiful retelling of the story of Achilles and Patroclus from Greek mythology. The writing is so vivid that it really makes the ancient world come alive.

Salman Rushdie's 'Midnight's Children' is a must - mention. It's a magical realist take on India's independence and the generation born at that time. It's filled with political and cultural references.

For me, 'The Shack' is a very meaningful Christian fiction book. It deals with some deep theological questions in a very accessible way, like the nature of God. Another one is 'Out of the Silent Planet' by C.S. Lewis. It's a science - fiction - like story that also has Christian undertones. 'The Great Divorce' by C.S. Lewis is also great, exploring the idea of heaven and hell and the choices people make.

A great place to start with Iceland books fiction is with Halldór Laxness' 'Independent People'. It's a classic that gives a deep insight into Icelandic rural life in the past.

Some people really love 'These Is My Words' by Nancy E. Turner. It's set in the Arizona Territory in the 1800s. The main character, Sarah Prine, is a strong - willed woman. The book weaves in Christian values as Sarah faces various challenges in her life, like love, loss, and the harshness of the frontier. It's a story that combines historical detail with a great deal of heart and has received high ratings among fans of Christian historical fiction.

Toni Morrison is also an important author. Her 'Beloved' is a powerful novel. It deals with the legacy of slavery in the United States. Sethe, the main character, has to face the trauma of her past, and the story shows how slavery not only affected the physical lives of people but also their mental and emotional states in a very profound way. It's a book that really makes you think about the horrors of slavery and its long - lasting impact. It's over 100 words because it's a complex and important topic.