Sometimes there is not enough time even for the most elementary – like reading interesting books. During the winter holidays, there is a great opportunity to finally relax, forget about work for a while and relax. The best modern books will be perfect companions during the holidays. In the article we will talk about new literary works that are required reading.
Must Read List of the Best Contemporary Books
«Number Zero», Umberto Eco
"You put quotation marks – any statement turns into a fact. Indeed, the fact that someone has made a judgment.
Genre: Romance
The release of a new novel by Umberto Eco – without exaggeration, a real event in the world of literature. One of the main postmodernists of the era, a philosopher, medievalist historian, publicist and expert in semiotics, has long managed to accustom his readers to the fact that his books simply never get boring.
"Number Zero" Umberto Eco began writing in 1994, but soon postponed its creation for 10 years, therefore, the creation saw the world only at the beginning of 2015. At the center of the story – a strange newspaper that is meant to be a powerful propaganda tool. It is strange due to the fact that its pages are filled with fake horoscopes, fictitious news, yesterday's analytics, and no one is going to print this newspaper, because the most important – this is an imitation.
«Marina», Carlos Ruiz Zafon
"We only remember things that never happened"
Genre: Mystery
"Marina" – Safon's favorite novel by his own admission. The story of first love and its loss will always find a response in the soul of the reader.
One day, a station attendant recognizes a guy in the crowd who was put on the wanted list. Relatives, friends, teachers and the police were looking for the young man for a whole week. Where has he been all this time?
"Mr. Mercedes" by Stephen King
"...there are people who survive – and even prosperous – thanks to the kindness of strangers.
Genre: detective, thriller
The first book in a trilogy by American writer Stephen King, which tells the story of a retired police officer. After retiring, the former cop decided to get to the bottom of an unsolved crime committed by a Mercedes driver. In the light of the murderer who disappeared without a trace – eight dead and fifteen injured innocent people.
"Tough Words" by Louise Penny
"I don't mind society, but I only need one person"
Genre: detective
"Tough Words" - continuation of a series of investigations by Senior Inspector Armand Gamache – character created by Louise Penny.
At night, two people are talking in a hut deep in the woods. After some time, one of them dies and takes all his secrets to the grave. This is murder – another riddle to be solved by the brave inspector and his team.
"All the Light We Cannot See" by Anthony Dorr
"Open your eyes and hasten to see what you can before they close forever."
Genre: historical novel
The novel was included in the Best Books of 2014 lists by Wired and The New York Times, and was awarded the Pulitzer Prize in 2015.
The plot of the book focuses on the events of World War II in France. The novel follows a blind French girl and a German boy who are trying to save their lives. This work can safely be called one of the best modern books.
"The Girl on the Train" by Paula Hawkins
"I want to leave. Hit the road in a convertible with the top up. I want to get to the coast, no matter what.»
Genre: psychological thriller
For 20 weeks, the book was at the top of the UK Book Rankings, it became a new absolute record.
The paths of three women cross as a result of a tragic incident, the story is told from the perspective of each heroine.
"Girls Only at the Gas Station" by Fannie Flagg
"The good thing about seventy is that at least you know you didn't die young."
Genre: Romance
Family drama woven into bright comedic notes. Sookie Pulaski has married her third daughter and can finally breathe a sigh of relief and prepare to travel with her beloved husband. One day, Sookie discovers shocking facts about her birth, her mother, and her roots.
These best modern books will not leave anyone indifferent and will help to pass the chilly winter evenings.
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