'Catch - 22' by Joseph Heller is also very popular. It uses a satirical and comical approach to show the absurdity of war and military bureaucracy. The circular logic of Catch - 22, where the main character is trapped in a no - win situation, is both frustrating and hilariously clever.
'Three Men in a Boat' by Jerome K. Jerome is quite popular too. It humorously details the misadventures of three friends on a boating trip, with their comical misunderstandings, mishaps with food and accommodation, and general bumbling around the Thames.
One of the most popular is 'The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy'. It has a huge fan base due to its off - the - wall humor and imaginative world - building.
Well, 'The Girl on the Train' was extremely popular. It was on the best - seller lists for a long time. People were drawn to its unique narrative style and the comical - yet - tense situations the characters found themselves in.
A popular book from the 2016 list might have been one that was able to cross over to different audiences. If it had a story that appealed not only to die - hard science fiction fans but also to those who just like a good laugh, it would have had a wider appeal. Maybe it was set in a post - apocalyptic world where the rules of society were turned upside down and the characters had to deal with it in a very comical way, which made it stand out and gain popularity.
'Confessions of a Shopaholic' by Sophie Kinsella. It follows Becky Bloomwood, a shopaholic who gets into all sorts of financial and comical relationship troubles because of her shopping addiction. Her attempts to hide her purchases and pay off her debts in creative (but often unsuccessful) ways are very funny.
I would say 'The Casual Vacancy' also had a fair share of popularity. Given J.K. Rowling's huge fan base from the Harry Potter series, many were eager to read her new work. Although it was different in tone and subject matter, it still attracted a lot of attention from her fans and new readers alike.
Among them, 'Jane Eyre' is well - loved. It's a story about an orphan girl's journey through life, love, and self - discovery. The relationship between Jane and Mr. Rochester is intense and full of moral and emotional depth.
One of the most popular is 'The Da Vinci Code'. It combines mystery, thriller elements, and historical facts. It was a huge bestseller, with people all over the world being drawn into the search for the Holy Grail and the secrets hidden in the art world.
The 'Percy Jackson and the Olympians' series is very popular among teenagers. It's full of action, adventure, and interesting takes on Greek mythology. 'To All the Boys I've Loved Before' has gained a lot of popularity recently, especially for its cute and relatable story of young love. Also, 'The Fault in Our Stars' has touched many hearts with its emotional story of two teens in love facing difficult circumstances.
Some popular romantic novels include 'Pride and Prejudice' by Jane Austen. It's a classic that tells the story of Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy, with their initial misunderstandings and gradual falling in love. Another one could be 'The Notebook' by Nicholas Sparks. It has a very touching love story between Noah and Allie, spanning different times in their lives. And 'Romeo and Juliet' by Shakespeare is also well - known, a tragic love story of two young lovers from feuding families.
One of the most popular is 'The Shining'. It has been adapted into a movie and is well - known for its spooky hotel setting and the slow descent into madness of the main character. Another popular one is 'Dracula'. The vampire legend it introduced has been remade and retold countless times.
One of the most popular is 'Harry Potter' series which, although it has elements of fantasy, is also a contemporary phenomenon. It has a huge fan base all over the world.