Well, 'Anxious People' by Fredrik Backman is a great new novel. It has a unique story about a failed bank robber who takes a group of people hostage in an apartment viewing. Through this situation, it explores the lives and secrets of these characters in a very humorous yet touching way. 'Hamnet' by Maggie O'Farrell is also great. It's a fictional account of the family life of Shakespeare, focusing on the loss of his son Hamnet.
I also recommend 'The Girl on the Train' by Paula Hawkins. It's a gripping thriller that follows the life of a woman who commutes by train and gets involved in a mystery related to a missing person. The unreliable narrator adds an extra layer of intrigue to the story.
One great new horror novel is 'Mexican Gothic' by Silvia Moreno - Garcia. It combines elements of Gothic horror with Mexican folklore. Another is 'The Only Good Indians' by Stephen Graham Jones, which offers a unique take on Native American horror. And 'The Southern Book Club's Guide to Slaying Vampires' by Grady Hendrix is also quite good, with a blend of horror and Southern charm.
Some great new spy novels include 'The Expats' by Chris Pavone. It tells the story of a former spy who has relocated with her family, only to find that her past is catching up with her. 'The Spy Who Came in from the Cold' by John le Carré is another must - read. It's a classic spy novel that shows the moral ambiguity of the spy world. And 'A Legacy of Spies' by John le Carré as well, which revisits characters and events from his earlier works, giving new insights into the world of espionage.
Well, 'Lonesome Dove' by Larry McMurtry is considered a classic but still has a new - ish feel to it for many readers new to the genre. It's about two former Texas Rangers who drive a herd of cattle from Texas to Montana. Then there's 'The Sisters Brothers' by Patrick deWitt. It's a darkly humorous take on the western genre, following two assassins on a job in the old west. Also, 'The Power of the Dog' by Thomas Savage is a great new - ish western novel that delves into complex relationships on a Montana ranch.
Some of the great new fiction novels include 'The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue' by V.E. Schwab. It's about a girl who makes a deal with the devil and lives for centuries, always being forgotten by those she meets. Then there's 'Project Hail Mary' by Andy Weir, which is a thrilling science - fiction story about a lone astronaut on a mission to save the Earth. 'The Guest List' by Lucy Foley is a gripping mystery set on an island during a wedding.
One great New York novel is 'The Great Gatsby' by F. Scott Fitzgerald. It vividly portrays the wealth, decadence, and illusions of the Jazz Age in New York. Another is 'Catcher in the Rye' by J.D. Salinger, which gives a view of a young man's disillusionment with the adult world in the city. Also, 'Bonfire of the Vanities' by Tom Wolfe is a great exploration of power, race, and class in New York in the 1980s.
One great new dystopian novel is 'The Testaments' by Margaret Atwood. It's a follow - up to 'The Handmaid's Tale' and further explores the oppressive society of Gilead. Another is 'Red Rising' by Pierce Brown, which has a complex world - building with a hierarchical dystopian society. Also, 'Station Eleven' by Emily St. John Mandel is quite good. It shows a post - apocalyptic world where a traveling Shakespearean theater troupe tries to keep the arts alive in a desolate world.
Some of the great new visual novels include 'Raging Loop'. It has a mystery - filled plot set in a rural Japanese village. The characters are well - developed, and the choices you make as a player really matter in terms of how the story progresses. Then there's 'Nekopara', which is popular for its cute cat - girl characters and light - hearted story, although it may be a bit more on the fanservice side, but still a great visual novel for many.
One great new fantasy novel is 'The City of Brass' by S.A. Chakraborty. It takes readers on an exciting journey through a richly imagined world filled with djinn and magic. Another is 'A Darker Shade of Magic' by V.E. Schwab. It features multiple Londons with different levels of magic, and a complex and engaging protagonist. Also, 'The Poppy War' by R.F. Kuang is a great new fantasy. It blends Chinese history and mythology into a dark and gritty epic.
One great new graphic novel is 'Monstress' by Marjorie Liu and Sana Takeda. It has a richly detailed world filled with magic and complex characters. The art is stunning, with a unique blend of Asian - inspired aesthetics. Another is 'Paper Girls' which offers a time - traveling adventure with a group of young girls in the 1980s. It has a great story that keeps you hooked from start to finish. And 'My Favorite Thing Is Monsters' by Emil Ferris is also excellent. It has a unique art style that looks like it was drawn in a diary, and tells a deep and emotional story about a young girl dealing with identity and the world around her.