One well - known book is 'Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close' by Jonathan Safran Foer. It tells the story of a young boy whose father died in the 9/11 attacks, and his journey to find meaning and connection through his father's legacy.
One great book is 'The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night - Time' by Mark Haddon. It's about a boy with autism and his journey to solve a mystery. The story gives readers a unique perspective into the mind of someone with a disability.
One well - known book is 'The Titanic Murders' by Max Allan Collins. It weaves a mystery around the Titanic disaster.
'The Jaguar Stones' series by J&P Voelkel is a wonderful fictional take on the Mayans. It's aimed at a younger audience but is equally engaging for adults. It follows the adventures of a young boy who gets caught up in the ancient Mayan world, full of magic, mystery and danger. It's a great way to learn about Mayan culture in a fictional and exciting context.
One great book is 'To Kill a Mockingbird' by Harper Lee. It tells the story of a lawyer in the Deep South defending a black man unjustly accused of a crime. The book beautifully explores themes of racial justice and moral courage.
Some excellent fiction books with cats are 'Mrs. Frisby and the Rats of NIMH'. Although the rats are central, there are important cat characters too. In 'The Master and Margarita', the devil's entourage includes a large black cat that plays an interesting role. Also, 'The Incredible Journey' features a cat among the animals on their long journey, which makes for a great fictional read.
One great book is 'A River Runs Through It' by Norman Maclean. It beautifully portrays life in Montana and the relationship between a father and his sons, with the stunning Montana landscape as a backdrop.
One great book is 'The Witches' by Roald Dahl. It's a fictional story that presents witches in a very unique and somewhat terrifying way. The main character, a young boy, stumbles upon a convention of witches and has to outwit them to save himself and other children.
One great book is 'The Call of the Wild' by Jack London. It tells the story of a dog named Buck and his adventures in the wild. Another is 'Charlotte's Web' which features a pig named Wilbur and his friendship with a spider named Charlotte. 'Watership Down' is also a good one, following a group of rabbits on their journey to find a new home.
A really good book is 'In the Heat of the Night' by John Ball. It tells the story of a black detective from Philadelphia who gets involved in a murder investigation in a small southern town. The book deals with issues of race and justice as the detective has to face the prejudices of the local cops while solving the case. 'True Detectives' is also a great source. It's a collection of stories that explore the minds and methods of detectives, both real and fictional. And 'Mystic River' by Dennis Lehane is another example. The cops in this story are trying to solve a murder in a neighborhood full of secrets and hidden relationships.
One well - known book is 'American Psycho' by Bret Easton Ellis. It delves deep into the mind of a wealthy, young psychopath living in 1980s New York. The protagonist, Patrick Bateman, is a disturbing character whose actions and thoughts are both fascinating and horrifying.