Well, 'Sharp Objects' by Gillian Flynn is worth reading. It has a dark story that includes some disturbing events, and there are elements that could be seen as related to kidnapping. 'The Secret History' by Donna Tartt also has some events that can be loosely related to the idea of someone being held against their will, which is a form of kidnapping in a way. And 'The Wife Between Us' by Greer Hendricks and Sarah Pekkanen has a complex plot with some situations that can be considered as part of the kidnapping - like scenarios in terms of control and mystery.
One great book is 'Gone Girl' by Gillian Flynn. It involves a complex plot where a woman goes missing, and there are elements of what could be considered a form of kidnapping in the mind - games and mystery surrounding her disappearance. Another is 'Room' by Emma Donoghue. It tells the story of a mother and son held captive in a small room, which is a harrowing and unique take on the kidnapping theme. Also, 'The Lovely Bones' by Alice Sebold has a kidnapping and murder at its core, with the story being told from the perspective of the victim in the afterlife.
Sure. 'In the Woods' by Tana French is a good one. It has a mystery that involves a child who was kidnapped years ago, and the detectives are trying to solve the cold case. Then there's 'The Girl on the Train' by Paula Hawkins. Although it's more about a missing person, there are aspects that touch on the idea of someone being abducted. And 'Before I Go to Sleep' by S. J. Watson has elements of a woman being in a situation where she feels trapped, which can be related to kidnapping in a sense as she doesn't fully understand her own situation and who she can trust.
Another possibility for a 2016 kidnapping fiction book could be from the works of some independent or niche authors. These might not be as mainstream but could still offer a great take on the kidnapping theme. You could look into small - press publications or online book communities that might have reviews or discussions about such books. There are also likely e - books that were published in 2016 with kidnapping as a central plot device.
I'd also suggest 'The Girl on the Train' by Paula Hawkins. While not strictly a traditional kidnapping story, it has elements of a woman's disappearance that feels like a kidnapping - like mystery. It has a great unreliable narrator which adds to the intrigue.
One such book is 'A Stolen Life' by Jaycee Dugard. It's her own account of being kidnapped at a young age and held captive for years. It gives a harrowing and very personal look into the experience of a kidnapping victim.
Another one is 'Kidnapped' by Robert Louis Stevenson. It's a classic adventure story that involves a young man being kidnapped. It has a great sense of place and adventure, and it can introduce young adults to a different era of literature while still having an exciting kidnapping plot.
The book 'The Vanishing Season' is about disappearances in a small town which has some elements of kidnapping. It's written in a way that young adults would find interesting, with a touch of mystery and a bit of a love story intertwined. Also, 'The Body Finder' series has some aspects of kidnapping in it. The main character has the ability to find dead bodies, and in some parts of the story, there are kidnappings that she helps to solve.
One such book is 'In Cold Blood' by Truman Capote. It tells the true story of the brutal murder of a family in Kansas, which involved elements of kidnapping as well. Another is 'Abducted: The Carole Bugge Story' which details her own terrifying experience of being kidnapped.
A great kidnapping fiction book is 'The Lovely Bones' by Alice Sebold. The story is narrated by a young girl who has been murdered, and throughout the book, there are elements related to her abduction. It's a beautifully written yet heart - wrenching story that explores the after - effects of such a heinous crime. Also, 'In the Woods' by Tana French has a sub - plot involving a missing girl which has elements of kidnapping and mystery.
The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo' by Stieg Larsson also has elements of kidnapping. It's a mystery - thriller that delves into the dark underbelly of society. The main character, Lisbeth Salander, is a complex and fascinating figure who gets involved in solving the mystery related to a young woman's disappearance which has elements of kidnapping and much more. It's a long and engaging read full of intrigue.
One well - known mermaid kidnapping fiction novel is 'The Mermaid's Curse'. It tells a story about a mermaid being kidnapped by a group of sailors who believe she can bring them great fortune. Another one could be 'Mermaid in Captivity' which focuses on a mermaid's struggle after being kidnapped from her underwater home.
One great kidnapping story fiction is 'Gone Girl' by Gillian Flynn. It involves a woman's disappearance which has elements of a kidnapping mystery. Another is 'The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo' where the main character, Lisbeth Salander, gets involved in solving a decades - old disappearance case that has kidnapping aspects. And 'Room' by Emma Donoghue also has a form of kidnapping situation at its core as the main characters are held captive.