Can you briefly introduce some top bildungsroman novels?

The top 10 novels in 2017 had a diverse range of themes. '4 3 2 1' by Paul Auster was a complex work that explored different versions of a life. 'The Ministry for the Future' by Kim Stanley Robinson was ahead of its time in terms of dealing with environmental and future - related issues. Also, 'The Immortalists' by Chloe Benjamin told an interesting story about siblings and their fates.

Sure. 'The Odyssey' is one of them. It's an ancient Greek epic that follows Odysseus' journey home. Then there's 'Don Quixote', a Spanish classic that satirizes chivalry. 'Wuthering Heights' by Emily Bronte is a dark and passionate love story. These are just a few of the top 20 novels.

Sure. 'The Shawshank Redemption' is a classic. It shows how friendship and hope can survive in the oppressive prison environment. Then there's 'Papillon' which is famous for its tales of daring escapes. 'One Day in the Life of Ivan Denisovich' gives a real - life - like view of the daily grind in a prison camp. These are just a few of the great prison novels.

Among the top Christmas novels, 'A Christmas Carol' stands out. Dickens created the memorable Scrooge. 'The Night Before Christmas' gives a lovely image of Santa. Also, 'Little Women' has charming Christmas scenes that depict family and love during the holiday. These novels help to define what Christmas is all about in literature.

Sure. 'The Castle of Otranto' by Horace Walpole is often considered a pioneer of gothic novels. It has a medieval setting with elements of the supernatural like a giant helmet falling from the sky. Then there's 'Jane Eyre' by Charlotte Bronte which has gothic elements such as the spooky Thornfield Hall and the mysterious Mr. Rochester. It also delves into themes of love and independence.

'War and Peace' by Leo Tolstoy is a huge epic. It follows the lives of several Russian families during the Napoleonic Wars. It's a detailed look at war, love, family, and society, with a large cast of characters and complex plotlines.

'Zero Escape: 999' is great. It has a thrilling escape - room - like setting. You are trapped in a ship and have to solve puzzles to survive and uncover the truth behind the situation. The story is quite complex and keeps you guessing until the very end.

Sure. 'Madame Bovary' is about a woman's disillusionment in marriage. 'The Stranger' shows a man's detached view of life. 'Les Misérables' is a story of redemption. These three are well - known French novels that have influenced literature greatly.

Well, 'Smiley's People' continues the story of George Smiley. It's full of twists and turns. 'Red Sparrow' gives a fresh perspective on modern espionage. And 'The Day of the Jackal' is a gripping story about an assassination plot that involves a lot of espionage elements.

Yes. 'The Great Ruler' is a great xianxia novel. It focuses on the growth of the main character in a world full of challenges. The power systems and the different regions in the story add to the overall allure of the novel.