Well, 'Eleanor & Park' by Rainbow Rowell was quite popular in 2015. It's a beautifully written love story about two misfit teenagers, Eleanor and Park. Their relationship is filled with the awkwardness and sweetness of first love, set against the backdrop of high school and family problems. It really captured the essence of young love in a very real and touching way.
Another great one was 'The Rosie Project' by Graeme Simsion. The main character, Don Tillman, is a genetics professor with Asperger's syndrome. His search for a suitable life partner through a very scientific project leads him to Rosie. Their relationship unfolds in a most interesting and heartwarming way, making it a top love story of 2015.
One of the best in 2013 was 'The Goldfinch'. It won the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction that year. It's a long but engaging read that takes you on a journey through the life of the main character Theo. Another great one was 'Americanah'. It's not only a love story but also a deep exploration of what it means to be African in America and in Nigeria. 'Life After Life' is also highly regarded for its complex and interesting concept of reincarnation - like experiences.
It's hard to say for sure. Different people have different opinions. Some might think Romeo and Juliet is the best, while others might prefer a different story.
'Matrix' by Lauren Groff. It offers a really interesting take on a historical setting with strong female characters. The writing is rich and detailed, making it a great choice for those who like in - depth stories.
Well, 'The Outsider' by Stephen King was a great thriller in 2018. King is known for his masterful storytelling, and this book was no exception. It had elements of the supernatural combined with a murder mystery that kept the pages turning.
A great thriller from 2018 was 'An Anonymous Girl' by Greer Hendricks and Sarah Pekkanen. It's about a young woman who gets involved in a psychological study that turns out to be much more than she bargained for. The psychological manipulation in the book makes it a gripping read.
I think 'Normal People' by Sally Rooney was a great one in 2018. It's a story about two Irish teenagers, Marianne and Connell, and their complex relationship as they grow up and move through different social classes. It's a very relatable and beautifully written book.
Well, 'Klara and the Sun' by Kazuo Ishiguro was quite popular in 2021. It's a unique story told from the perspective of an artificial friend. Ishiguro's writing is always beautiful and this book is no exception. He creates a world that makes you think about humanity and technology.
Some of the best in 2017 were 'The Hating Game'. It was super popular for its charming characters and the fun, antagonistic relationship that slowly turned into love. 'It Ends with Us' was another great one. The story was so real and raw, dealing with real - life relationship problems. Also, 'The Kiss Quotient' stood out. It was a great read for those who wanted something a bit different in their romance novels, with a focus on the main character's journey in love while being on the autism spectrum.
One of the best 2018 fantasy novels was 'An Absolutely Remarkable Thing' by Hank Green. It has a very modern take on the idea of first contact with an alien species and is full of humor and interesting ideas. 'Record of a Spaceborn Few' by Becky Chambers is also great. It's part of her Wayfarers series and focuses on a different aspect of the universe she's created, with a more community - centered story.
Well, 'The King of Elfland's Daughter' by Lord Dunsany was quite a significant fantasy novel around that time. It has a richly imaginative plot with elements of the faerie realm and the human world intersecting in a very lyrical way.