I really liked 'Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine'. It has some dark humor elements. Eleanor's view of the world and her interactions with others are both heartwarming and hilarious at times. It's a story that makes you laugh while also making you think about loneliness and friendship.
The book 'The Immortalists' also had some funny parts. While it's mainly a thought - provoking story about knowing the date of your death, the characters' interactions and some of their escapades add a touch of humor. It's not a full - on comedy but has enough funny moments to be considered in this list.
A very funny book from 2018 fiction was 'Less'. It's a comical look at a middle - aged writer's misadventures as he travels around the world trying to avoid attending his ex - boyfriend's wedding. The writing is sharp and the humor is dry, which makes it a great read for those who like that kind of comedy.
The novel 'The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo' was also quite popular in 2009. It was a dark and gritty mystery that introduced the world to the complex characters of Lisbeth Salander and Mikael Blomkvist. It had a really engaging plot that kept readers hooked.
A popular 2013 fiction book was 'The Interestings' by Meg Wolitzer. It's about a group of friends who meet at a summer camp and then follows their lives over the years. It shows how their relationships change, and the different directions their lives head in, which is quite relatable for many readers.
Well, 'The Mirror & the Light' by Hilary Mantel was quite popular in 2020. It's the final part of her Cromwell trilogy, and it offers a detailed look at the last days of Thomas Cromwell. Mantel's writing is so vivid that you feel like you're right there in Tudor England.
One popular new funny fiction book is 'The 100-Year-Old Man Who Climbed Out of the Window and Disappeared'. It has a hilarious and adventurous plot that follows an old man's escapades.
I think 'Daisy Jones & The Six' by Taylor Jenkins Reid has some really funny parts. It's written in an interview - style format which gives it a unique and often comical flow. The interactions between the band members, their rivalries and friendships, are presented in a way that can make you laugh out loud at times.
One of the popular fiction books in 2018 was 'Circe' by Madeline Miller. It's a retelling of the story of the sorceress Circe from Greek mythology. The book was loved for its vivid descriptions and strong female lead.
The book 'Matrix' by Lauren Groff was popular in 2021. It's a reimagining of the life of a 12th - century nun. It has rich descriptions of the historical setting and complex characters.
In 2016, some popular fiction books included 'The Girl on the Train' by Paula Hawkins and 'Me Before You' by Jojo Moyes. These books gained a lot of attention and had a wide readership.
Another popular one was 'The Stone Sky' by N.K. Jemisin. It's the conclusion of the Broken Earth trilogy. Jemisin's world - building is top - notch, and this book in particular is a great exploration of power, race, and the environment in a post - apocalyptic fantasy setting. It has a very unique magic system.
I think 'The Martian' was quite popular. It was not only funny but also had an engaging plot about survival on Mars that appealed to a wide audience.