'The Kitchen House' by Kathleen Grissom also has elements of cooking in a fictional historical setting. It shows how cooking was an important part of life in a plantation household, and the story weaves around the characters who are involved in the kitchen and the rest of the household, with all the drama and relationships that come with it.
'The Particular Sadness of Lemon Cake' by Aimee Bender is also quite well - known. In this book, the main character can taste the emotions of the cook in the food she eats. It has a very unique concept that combines cooking with a rather strange and interesting fictional story.
Well, 'Like Water for Chocolate' is really popular. It's loved for how it blends family drama, love, and the art of cooking so seamlessly. Every recipe in the book seems to come alive and is connected to the characters' feelings.
Well, 'The Particular Sadness of Lemon Cake' is quite popular. In this book, the main character can taste the emotions of the cook in the food she eats. It's a really interesting take on how food and feelings are connected in a fictional context.
Well, '84, Charing Cross Road' is also quite popular. It's based on the real - life correspondence between an American writer and a London bookseller. It gives a warm and charming look at the love for books and the connection between people through books, even though it's not strictly about a library but is very much about the world of books in a fictionalized way.
Stephen King's books set in Maine are very popular. For example, 'It'. The story of the terrifying clown Pennywise in the sewers of a Maine town has scared generations of readers. Another is 'Pet Sematary', which also uses Maine's spooky landscapes to great effect.
I think 'Peter Pan' also has some ocean - related parts that are really interesting. The story of Peter Pan flying over the ocean to Neverland and the adventures there, like the fight with Captain Hook on the ship, are very exciting.
John le Carré's 'Smiley's People' is quite popular. It continues the story of George Smiley, a master spy. The book is known for its detailed character development and the complex web of international intrigue it weaves.
Well, 'American Sniper' is very popular. It was even made into a movie. It's a memoir of Chris Kyle, who was a famous sniper. His story is both inspiring and harrowing.
Well, 'The Silver Linings Playbook' is quite popular. It was also made into a successful movie. People love it for its relatable characters and the way it shows the life of someone with bipolar disorder in a somewhat humorous yet poignant way.
I think 'In Cold Blood' by Truman Capote is also very well - known. It's a non - fictional detective - like account of the brutal murder of a Kansas family and the investigation that followed. It blurs the lines between journalism and detective fiction.
The 'Percy Jackson & the Olympians' series is extremely popular. It has introduced Greek mythology to a whole new generation of readers. Its relatable characters and exciting adventures make it a hit. Another popular one is 'The Hobbit' by J.R.R. Tolkien. Although it's more of a fantasy with elements of Norse mythology, it's loved by many. The story of Bilbo Baggins and his journey with dwarves is captivating.
Well, 'The Great Gatsby' is very popular. Gatsby's unrequited love for Daisy and the tragic end is a form of heartbreak. Then there's 'Eleanor & Park' which deals with the heartbreak of first love and the difficulties of young relationships. 'Call Me by Your Name' also has heartbreak as the two lovers are separated at the end.