I think 'Exit West' by Mohsin Hamid was also on the list. It was a thought - provoking novel that dealt with themes of migration and displacement. It had a somewhat magical realist touch with the concept of magical doors.
One factor is their high - quality writing. The prose is often top - notch, with beautiful language and unique narrative styles. For example, in many of these novels, the use of imagery is very vivid.
Sure. 'The Testaments' by Margaret Atwood is a great one. It continues the story from 'The Handmaid's Tale' and is full of thought - provoking ideas about power, society, and women's roles.
One of the notable novels shortlisted for the Man Booker Prize in 2015 was 'A Brief History of Seven Killings' by Marlon James. It's a complex and engaging work that delves into Jamaican history and culture, exploring themes like power, violence, and identity through a web of interconnected characters and multiple narratives.