One cannot forget about 'A Little Life' by Hanya Yanagihara. This book was extremely popular in 2015. It's a very powerful and emotional story about a group of friends in New York City. The characters are deeply developed, and the exploration of friendship, trauma, and love made it a book that many people couldn't put down. It had a profound impact on readers with its complex and moving narrative.
Some of the best - selling UK fiction books in 2015 included 'Go Set a Watchman' by Harper Lee. It was highly anticipated as a sequel of sorts to 'To Kill a Mockingbird'. Another popular one was 'The Girl on the Train' by Paula Hawkins. Its thriller - like plot kept readers hooked from start to finish.
'The Miniaturist' by Jessie Burton was also a best - selling historical fiction in 2014. It is set in 17th - century Amsterdam. The story focuses on a young bride who moves into her new husband's house and discovers a miniaturist whose creations seem to have an uncanny knowledge of the secrets within the household. The richly detailed setting of 17th - century Amsterdam and the mystery surrounding the miniaturist attracted many readers.
Well, I know that 'La Belle Sauvage' by Philip Pullman was also among the best - selling UK fiction in 2017. It's a prequel to his 'His Dark Materials' trilogy and attracted a lot of fans old and new. There were also many other great books that sold well, like 'My Name Is Leon' by Kit de Waal which told a touching story about family and identity.
Some of the best - selling UK fiction books in 2016 included 'The Girl on the Train' by Paula Hawkins. It was a psychological thriller that captivated readers with its unreliable narrator and twisty plot.
Some of the top selling fiction books include 'Harry Potter' series by J.K. Rowling. It has captured the hearts of millions around the world with its magical world of Hogwarts, unique characters like Harry, Hermione, and Ron, and an engaging storyline full of magic, mystery, and the battle between good and evil.
One of the best - selling nonfiction novels in 2014 was 'The Goldfinch' by Donna Tartt. It was popular for its vivid description of art, loss, and the journey of a young boy through a complex world.
One of the best - selling true story books in 2019 was 'Educated' by Tara Westover. It's a memoir that tells the story of her growing up in a strict and isolated Mormon family in Idaho and her journey to educate herself and break free from that world.
Well, 'Where the Crawdads Sing' by Delia Owens was also quite popular in the UK fiction best - sellers in 2019. It's a story that combines mystery, nature, and a coming - of - age tale. The beautiful descriptions of the marshlands and the complex character of Kya made it a favorite among many. Also, books by Marian Keyes might have been among the best - sellers. She has a talent for writing about women's lives with humor and heart.
Some of the UK best - selling fiction books include the 'Harry Potter' series by J.K. Rowling. These books have captured the hearts of millions with their magical world of Hogwarts, witches, wizards, and the battle between good and evil.
Another one could be 'The Girl in the Spider's Web' by David Lagercrantz. As a continuation of the Millennium series, it attracted a lot of fans who were already hooked on the complex character of Lisbeth Salander. The book was full of suspense, mystery and high - stakes action that kept readers on the edge of their seats.
Definitely 'The Essex Serpent' by Sarah Perry. It has a great sense of place and atmosphere. The story is about a mythical serpent in Essex and the characters' reactions to it, with elements of mystery and human relationships.