Sure. 'Schindler's Ark' is a notable one. It's based on the true story of Oskar Schindler who saved many Jews during the Holocaust, which was part of WW2. In fictional form, it powerfully depicts the horror of the time and Schindler's acts of resistance against the Nazi regime.
Another one is 'The Zookeeper's Wife'. It's about a couple who ran a zoo in Warsaw during WW2. They used the zoo as a cover to help Jews escape the Nazis. The book shows how they resisted the inhumane treatment of the Jews by the Nazis through their own creative and dangerous means.
Yes, 'The Nix' by Nathan Hill is also a great pick from the '2016 best fiction'. This is a big, sprawling novel that weaves together multiple storylines and time periods. It's about a mother - son relationship, but also delves into topics like student activism, the media, and the nature of storytelling itself. There are so many interesting characters and plot twists that keep you hooked from start to finish.
Sure. 'The Little Prince' by Antoine de Saint - Exupéry is a great choice for beginners. It's a short and beautifully written book with deep philosophical undertones presented in a simple way. Another good one is 'Charlotte's Web' by E.B. White. It has a heartwarming story about friendship between a pig and a spider.
Sure. 'The Emperor's Children' by Claire Messud is considered one. It gives a view of New York society before and after 9/11, showing how the event shattered the illusions and certainties of the characters' lives.
One highly regarded fiction book is 'Pride and Prejudice' by Jane Austen. It's a classic that explores themes of love, class, and society through the relationship between Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy. Another is 'To Kill a Mockingbird' by Harper Lee, which deals with racial injustice in a small Southern town. '1984' by George Orwell is also highly regarded. It depicts a dystopian future where the government has extreme control over the people.
'The Mark of the Lion' series by Francine Rivers is considered excellent. Set in ancient Rome, it follows the story of a young Christian woman named Hadassah. It shows how she endures persecution and stays true to her faith. The series gives a great insight into the early days of Christianity and how it spread despite the odds against it.
I also really liked 'The Night Watchman' by Louise Erdrich. It's based on the true story of her grandfather who worked to preserve Native American rights in the 1950s. The book offers a deep look into Native American culture and the struggles they faced against the U.S. government's policies at that time. It's a story full of heart and historical significance.
Yes. 'Major Pettigrew's Last Stand' by Helen Simonson. This book is set in a small English village and has elements of class differences and cultural shifts. It gives a sense of post - war England and how the older generation coped with the changing times, which makes it a great historical fiction from 2010.
Sure. 'Battlestar Galactica' novels are great. They expand on the TV series and have a lot of military action in space. There are space battles, strategic planning, and exploration of military ethics. Another is 'The Culture' series by Iain M. Banks. It features a highly advanced and somewhat utopian civilization that still has military elements in its interactions with other species in the galaxy.
A less well - known but very interesting WW2 resistance fiction book is 'The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society'. It is set in the Channel Islands which were occupied by the Germans. The story unfolds through letters and shows how the islanders formed a literary society as a form of resistance, using books and stories to keep their spirits up and show their defiance.
Sure. 'Manacled' is a well - known one. It has a dark and intense plot that still manages to stay true to the feel of the Harry Potter universe. The story has a great deal of emotional depth and complex relationships.