There's also 'Carry the One' by Carol Anshaw. It's not strictly a 'lesbian - only' novel but has a significant lesbian relationship as part of its story. It follows the lives of a group of friends over many years and how their lives are intertwined, including the relationship between two of the female characters.
'Tipping the Velvet' by Sarah Waters as well. This novel tells the story of a young woman's journey through different relationships and her exploration of her own sexuality. It vividly depicts the Victorian underworld and the experiences of lesbians during that time.
Sure. 'Educated' by Tara Westover is a great one. It's a memoir that reads like a novel. It tells the story of her journey from a strict and isolated upbringing in a Mormon family to getting an education. Another is 'Where the Crawdads Sing' by Delia Owens. It has a beautiful setting and a mystery at its core that makes it a page - turner.
Sure. 'The Celestine Prophecy' is a popular one. It combines spiritual insights with an adventure story set in Peru. It talks about ancient prophecies and spiritual awakening. Another good one is 'The Secret Garden', which has elements of spiritual and emotional healing. It's about a young girl who discovers a hidden garden and through it, she experiences growth and renewal both physically and spiritually.
Sure. 'Gone Girl' by Gillian Flynn is a great choice. It's a psychological thriller with lots of twists and turns. The story unfolds in a way that you can't predict, and it keeps you guessing until the very end.
I'd recommend 'Ash' by Malinda Lo. It's based on a familiar fairy - tale, so it has a certain level of predictability in terms of the overall story structure which can be comforting for new readers. But at the same time, the lesbian aspect of the story is unique and well - written, making it a great entry - point into lesbian romance novels.
Yes. 'Lord of the Flies' by William Golding is a well - known best - selling psychology novel. It examines how a group of boys' psyches are affected when they are stranded on an island without adult supervision. 'A Streetcar Named Desire' by Tennessee Williams also has strong psychological themes. It shows the psychological battles between the characters, like Blanche and Stanley. Additionally, 'Wuthering Heights' by Emily Bronte delves into the complex and often tortured psyches of Heathcliff and Cathy.
Sure. 'The Hobbit' by J.R.R. Tolkien is a great best selling first novel. It introduced Middle - earth and its many fantastical elements. Another one is 'The Kite Runner' by Khaled Hosseini. It tells a powerful story of friendship and redemption. And '1984' by George Orwell, which is a dystopian classic and was very well - received when it first came out.
'Confessions of a Shopaholic' by Sophie Kinsella is a very popular comedy novel. It follows the story of Becky Bloomwood, a shopaholic who gets into all sorts of financial and personal messes because of her uncontrollable shopping habit. The book is filled with light - hearted and funny moments.
Sure. 'The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo' by Stieg Larsson is a best selling thriller. It has a complex mystery and a very interesting protagonist, Lisbeth Salander. The dark and gritty story set in Sweden is full of suspense.
Sure. 'Saga' is a very popular best - selling graphic novel. It's a space opera that features a diverse range of characters and a unique art style. It has an engaging story that keeps readers hooked.
Sure. 'The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo' is a best selling thriller. It combines a complex mystery with interesting characters, especially the unique Lisbeth Salander. The story is full of dark secrets and intense investigations.