One popular one is 'Educated' by Tara Westover. It's a memoir that reads like a work of literary fiction. It details her journey from a strict, isolated upbringing in Idaho to getting an education. It's both inspiring and eye - opening.
I think '1984' by George Orwell is quite popular. It presents a dystopian future where the government has total control over people's lives, and it warns about the dangers of totalitarianism.
Well, 'The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao' was quite popular. It won a Pulitzer Prize. Its unique blend of cultures and the engaging story of Oscar made it stand out.
Some books in the list, like 'The Underground Railroad', use unique settings to tell a story. It uses the reimagined Underground Railroad as a central, almost magical, setting. Another characteristic is complex characters. For example, in 'The Nix', the main character has a lot of layers. Also, many books in the list explore important social issues. 'The Association of Small Bombs' looks at terrorism and its impact on individuals and society.
Many of them tend to have complex characters. For example, in 'Normal People', the main characters have multi - faceted personalities that evolve over time. This adds depth to the story.
Well, 'The Horse Whisperer' by Nicholas Evans was quite popular. It's about a horse trainer who heals a troubled horse and in the process, helps the people around the horse as well. The relationship between the characters and the horse is really the heart of the story.
Some popular fiction books could be 'Pride and Prejudice' by Jane Austen. It's a classic that has endured for centuries with its charming story of love and social class. Another might be 'To Kill a Mockingbird' by Harper Lee, which tackles important themes like racism and justice. And 'The Great Gatsby' by F. Scott Fitzgerald is also popular, exploring themes of wealth, love, and the American Dream.
'Maurice' is highly regarded. It's a novel that shows the journey of a young man coming to terms with his homosexuality in a rather repressive society. It's a classic in LGBT literature that has influenced many later works.
A popular one is 'The Girl from Everywhere' by Heidi Heilig. It has a unique concept of time travel and adventure on the high seas. It's quite captivating.
One of the most popular might be 'The Bonfire of the Vanities'. It was widely read and talked about at the time. Its exploration of different social strata in New York made it appealing to a broad audience.
Popular books in the list of ya fiction books include 'Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children'. Its strange and mysterious story attracted a lot of readers. 'Throne of Glass' is popular for its strong female lead and epic fantasy setting. 'Shadow and Bone' has also gained popularity with its engaging story, interesting characters and unique magic system.