Best Selling Books 2016 Fiction: Any hidden gems among them?
Well, 'When Breath Becomes Air' by Paul Kalanithi was not only a best - selling book but also a deeply moving one. It's a memoir that also has elements of fiction in the way it tells the story. Kalanithi was a doctor who was dying, and his reflections on life, death, and what it means to be alive are truly profound. It was kind of hidden in the sense that it was not as hyped as some other best - sellers but was definitely a great read.
Yes, 'The Underground Railroad' by Colson Whitehead was a great find. It reimagined the Underground Railroad as an actual railroad underground, which was a really creative take. It was a thought - provoking exploration of slavery and freedom in America.
Best Selling Books 2020 Fiction: Any Hidden Gems?
Among the 2020 best - selling fictions, 'Hamnet' by Maggie O'Farrell is a hidden gem. It's a fictional account of the life of Shakespeare's son, Hamnet, who died at a young age. O'Farrell weaves a story that gives a vivid picture of family life in Elizabethan times, with a focus on the relationship between Hamnet's mother, Agnes, and Shakespeare himself.
Best Selling Books 2015 UK Fiction: Any Hidden Gems?
The 'The Miniaturist' by Jessie Burton was a great find in 2015 UK fiction best - sellers. It's set in 17th - century Amsterdam and has an air of mystery around it. The detailed descriptions of the miniatures add an extra layer of intrigue.
Best Selling Books 2014 Historical Fiction: Any Hidden Gems?
'The Invention of Wings' by Sue Monk Kidd was a great find in 2014. It tells the story of two women, one a slave and one her owner, in the antebellum South. It delved deep into the issues of slavery and women's rights, and the relationship between the two main characters was complex and engaging.
Best Books of 2014 Literary Fiction: Hidden Gems
'We Are Not Ourselves' by Matthew Thomas. It's a family - centered story that spans generations. It shows the hopes, dreams, and disappointments of an Irish - American family. It's a very relatable read for those interested in family dynamics and the passage of time.
Best Books of Decade Fiction: What Are the Hidden Gems?
The book 'Exit West' by Mohsin Hamid is also a great find. It tells the story of refugees in a very unique and almost magical - realist way. It shows how people can find new beginnings even in the most difficult of circumstances. And 'Sing, Unburied, Sing' by Jesmyn Ward is a powerful novel that combines family, race, and the supernatural. It gives voice to the experiences of African - American families in the South in a very moving way.
Best Books 2010s Fiction: Any Hidden Gems?
Yes, 'The Night Circus' by Erin Morgenstern is a hidden gem from the 2010s. It has a really magical and dreamy setting. The story of the circus that only opens at night and the competition between the two magicians is beautifully told. It's a book that you can really get lost in.
Best Summer Books 2019 Fiction: What Are the Hidden Gems?
I think 'On Earth We're Briefly Gorgeous' is a bit of a hidden gem in the 'Best Summer Books 2019 Fiction' category. The prose is lyrical and it tells a very personal and moving story about identity, family, and love. It's not as well - known as some of the others but it's definitely worth reading.
Best New Books 2014 Fiction: A Guide to the Hidden Gems
One of the great books from 2014 fiction could be 'The Goldfinch'. It's a story that delves deep into themes of loss, art, and the journey of a young boy. The characters are vividly drawn, and the narrative sweeps you along through different stages of the protagonist's life. It's a long but engaging read that has captured the hearts of many readers.
Best Argentina Fiction: Hidden Gems
A lesser - known but great piece of Argentine fiction is 'Krindles' by an emerging author. It tells a story of a small town's transformation in a very engaging way.
Best Obscure Science Fiction Books: A Guide to Hidden Gems
Some good obscure science fiction books include 'Rendezvous with Rama' by Arthur C. Clarke. It's about an encounter with an alien spacecraft that is both mysterious and huge. The exploration of this strange object is really captivating. 'The Drowned World' by J. G. Ballard is also a great find. It's set in a future where the Earth is being flooded due to climate change, and it has a very dreamy and surreal quality to it. And 'Gateway' by Frederik Pohl is worth checking out. It's about a group of people who go on space exploration missions through these mysterious alien - made gateways. The characters' hopes, fears, and the overall mystery of the gateways make it a great read.