Well, 'The Dresden Files' by Jim Butcher is a well - known modern day wizard novel series. The main character, Harry Dresden, is a wizard detective in modern - day Chicago, dealing with all sorts of supernatural cases. Then there's 'The Invisible Library' series by Genevieve Cogman. It has a librarian - spy who travels through different worlds, many of which are filled with magic and wizards. Also, 'The Black Magician Trilogy' by Trudi Canavan, which is set in a world where magic is highly regulated and a young girl discovers her powers.
One popular modern day wizard novel is 'The Magicians' by Lev Grossman. It follows the story of Quentin Coldwater as he discovers a magical world. Another is 'A Discovery of Witches' by Deborah Harkness. It features a witch and a vampire in a modern - day setting with elements of magic and mystery. And 'Nevermoor: The Trials of Morrigan Crow' is also great, with its unique take on a magical world and a young girl's adventures within it.
Some modern wizard novels worth mentioning are 'Uprooted' by Naomi Novik. It's about a young woman who is taken away by a wizard to live in his tower and the magical adventures that follow. 'The Invisible Library' series by Genevieve Cogman is also quite interesting. It features librarians who are like wizards in a way, traveling through different dimensions to collect books. And 'The Dark Artifices' series by Cassandra Clare has a lot of wizard - like Shadowhunters with their own magic system, set in a modern - day, yet magically infused world.
Lev Grossman is a famous author of modern day wizard novels. He wrote 'The Magicians' series which is very popular. Another one is Deborah Harkness, who penned 'A Discovery of Witches'. And of course, Jim Butcher with his 'The Dresden Files' series. These authors have created some of the most well - known modern day wizard - themed stories.
Well, 'Gone Girl' by Gillian Flynn is a modern day novel that stands out. It has a complex plot full of twists and turns about a marriage gone wrong. Then there's 'To Kill a Mockingbird' which, although set in the past, is still highly relevant today. And 'The Girl on the Train' by Paula Hawkins, a psychological thriller that keeps readers on the edge of their seats.
A great modern day Chinese novel is 'Folding Beijing' by Hao Jingfang. It presents a unique view of a future society where Beijing is divided into three different 'folds' with different living conditions for different classes. 'Big Breasts & Wide Hips' by Mo Yan is also famous. It depicts the life of a mother and her family through different historical events in China. And 'Shanghai Baby' by Wei Hui, which is a story about a young woman's search for love and self - identity in modern Shanghai.
In the realm of modern day detective novels, 'Before the Fall' by Noah Hawley stands out. It combines elements of a detective story with a deep exploration of human nature. 'The Woman in Cabin 10' by Ruth Ware is another great one, with a claustrophobic and mysterious setting on a cruise ship. 'The Dry' by Jane Harper is set in rural Australia and has a detective trying to solve a series of murders, which is a great example of modern detective fiction with a regional flavor.
Well, 'The Name of the Wind' by Patrick Rothfuss can be considered in this category. It has a richly detailed world where magic plays a crucial role. The protagonist, Kvothe, is a complex character with a deep connection to magic. Another one is 'Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell' by Susanna Clarke. This novel is set in an alternate version of 19th - century England and is full of magic, from the practical to the mysterious. Also, 'Red Sister' by Mark Lawrence features a world of magic and a strong female lead in a convent - like setting.
Some modern day swashbuckler novels worth mentioning are 'Temeraire' series by Naomi Novik. It combines the swashbuckling adventure of Napoleonic - era naval battles with the addition of dragons. The main character, Laurence, and his dragon Temeraire go on many thrilling adventures. Also, 'The Lies of Locke Lamora' is a great example. Set in a fictional city, it has Locke and his gang pulling off elaborate cons and getting into all sorts of dangerous situations that require quick wits and sword - skills.
One popular modern day reincarnation novel is 'The Rebirth of the Malicious Empress of Military Lineage'. It tells the story of a woman who is reborn and gets a chance to take revenge and change her fate. Another is 'Full Marks Hidden Marriage: Pick Up a Son, Get a Free Husband', which involves the female lead being reincarnated and having a new life full of twists and turns.
Some great modern day spy novels include 'A Most Wanted Man' by John le Carré. This novel is set in the post - 9/11 world and explores themes of international terrorism and the role of intelligence agencies. Vera Caspary's 'Laura' is another interesting one. It combines elements of mystery and spying. And 'Our Man in Havana' by Graham Greene is a satirical take on the world of spies, showing how things can get absurd in the spying business.
One popular modern day love novel is 'The Fault in Our Stars' by John Green. It tells the story of two teenagers with cancer who fall in love. Another is 'Me Before You' by Jojo Moyes, which explores the relationship between a caregiver and a disabled man. 'Eleanor & Park' by Rainbow Rowell is also well - liked, it's about two misfit teenagers and their first love.