I think 'The Raven King' by Maggie Stiefvater might be quite popular. It's part of a series and has a really engaging plot with magic and mystery.
Another potentially popular one from the 2016 list could be 'The Witch's Vacuum Cleaner: And Other Stories' by Terry Pratchett. Pratchett is well - known for his unique brand of humor and his take on magic. His stories often have a satirical edge while still being full of heart. In this collection, the magic elements are presented in a way that both amuses and makes you think, which is why it might have been popular among readers in 2016.
The 'His Dark Materials' trilogy is a very popular set of books that has elements of dark magic. The idea of the daemon and the Magisterium's use of power has a darker aspect. 'The Dark Tower' series by Stephen King also features dark magic in its post - apocalyptic world filled with all kinds of strange and often menacing magic. And 'The Malazan Book of the Fallen' is popular among fans of dark magic fiction, with its complex and often shadowy magical elements that are spread throughout the many volumes of the series.
One popular magic fiction book is 'Harry Potter' series. It takes readers into a magical world filled with wizards, witches, and all kinds of magic. Another is 'The Lord of the Rings', which also has elements of magic in its richly detailed fantasy world. And 'A Song of Ice and Fire' has some magic as well, like the wizards and magic spells in it.
Well, from what I know, some magic fiction books in 2016 might have explored different types of magic systems. There could be elemental magic, like fire, water, air, and earth magic in some books. These kinds of magic systems can create really complex and interesting stories. The characters often have to learn to control and use these elements in different ways, which leads to a lot of character growth and exciting plot twists.
Well, 'The Horse Whisperer' by Nicholas Evans was quite popular. It's about a horse trainer who heals a troubled horse and in the process, helps the people around the horse as well. The relationship between the characters and the horse is really the heart of the story.
Some popular fiction books could be 'Pride and Prejudice' by Jane Austen. It's a classic that has endured for centuries with its charming story of love and social class. Another might be 'To Kill a Mockingbird' by Harper Lee, which tackles important themes like racism and justice. And 'The Great Gatsby' by F. Scott Fitzgerald is also popular, exploring themes of wealth, love, and the American Dream.
One of the most popular might be 'The Bonfire of the Vanities'. It was widely read and talked about at the time. Its exploration of different social strata in New York made it appealing to a broad audience.
I think 'The Goldfinch' was quite popular. It won the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction in 2014, which is a good indication of its popularity and critical acclaim.
I'm not entirely sure which was the most popular, but 'Beloved' got a lot of acclaim. It won the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction in 1988. So it was surely very well - regarded.
The 'Lord of the Rings' trilogy is also very popular. It's an epic adventure with a grand world - building. The story of the fight against evil in Middle - earth is captivating.
Among the popular books in the 2019 list of fiction books is 'The Dutch House' by Ann Patchett. It's a family saga that spans decades. The story about the two siblings and their relationship to the Dutch House they grew up in is both heartwarming and heartbreaking at times.