Jules Verne's 'Around the World in Eighty Days' was very popular. It followed the adventures of Phileas Fogg as he attempted to circumnavigate the globe within the title - given time limit. Verne's work was known for its imaginative exploration of different cultures and technological possibilities in a fictional framework.
Mark Twain's 'The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn' was also a significant book from that time. It told the story of Huck Finn and his journey along the Mississippi River, exploring themes of race, friendship, and freedom in a pre - Civil War America through a fictional and often humorous lens.
One of the popular fiction books in 2018 was 'Circe' by Madeline Miller. It's a retelling of the story of the sorceress Circe from Greek mythology. The book was loved for its vivid descriptions and strong female lead.
The book 'Matrix' by Lauren Groff was popular in 2021. It's a reimagining of the life of a 12th - century nun. It has rich descriptions of the historical setting and complex characters.
In 2016, some popular fiction books included 'The Girl on the Train' by Paula Hawkins and 'Me Before You' by Jojo Moyes. These books gained a lot of attention and had a wide readership.
Popular children's books about space fiction include 'The Last Kids on Earth and the Cosmic Beyond'. It combines post - apocalyptic and space exploration themes. 'Space Taxi' is also well - liked, following the adventures of a taxi driver in space. And 'Alien in my Pocket' which is a fun story about a boy and a tiny alien.
The very well - known 'If You Give a Mouse a Cookie' is extremely popular. It shows how one small act, like giving a mouse a cookie, can lead to a whole series of requests. Kids find it really funny.
I think it was because people were looking for some kind of thrill and escape after the war. Maybe the mystery and spookiness of ghost stories offered a break from the harsh realities of the time.
The book 'The Girls' by Emma Cline was also very popular in 2016. It was based on the Manson Family murders and told from the perspective of a young girl who gets involved with a cult - like group. It was a fascinating look at the allure of such groups and the naivete of youth.
The novel 'The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo' was also quite popular in 2009. It was a dark and gritty mystery that introduced the world to the complex characters of Lisbeth Salander and Mikael Blomkvist. It had a really engaging plot that kept readers hooked.
A popular 2013 fiction book was 'The Interestings' by Meg Wolitzer. It's about a group of friends who meet at a summer camp and then follows their lives over the years. It shows how their relationships change, and the different directions their lives head in, which is quite relatable for many readers.
One of the popular fiction books in 2016 was 'The Girl on the Train' by Paula Hawkins. It was a gripping psychological thriller that had readers hooked with its unreliable narrator and mysterious plot twists.