30 Best Fiction Books of the Past 10 Years

A curated list of the top 30 fiction books from the past decade, offering a diverse range of genres and themes.

Cover of Pride and Prejudice

Pride and Prejudice

4.4

Elizabeth Bennet's wit and independence clash with the proud Mr. Darcy in this timeless tale of love, class, and societal expectations.

Cover of Gone Girl

Gone Girl

4.2

On their fifth wedding anniversary, Nick Dunne's wife Amy disappears, leaving behind a trail of secrets and suspicion. As the police investi…

Cover of Dracula

Dracula

4.1

A chilling tale of vampiric horror that reflects the anxieties of late 19th-century society, with London as the true heart of darkness.

Cover of Bird Box

Bird Box

4.1

In a world where seeing the unseen drives people to deadly violence, a mother and her children embark on a harrowing journey blindfolded, fa…

Cover of Ready Player One

Ready Player One

4.0

In a dystopian future, a young man embarks on a high-stakes treasure hunt within a virtual reality universe, filled with 80s pop culture ref…

Cover of Pines

Pines

3.8

Secret Service agent Ethan Burke arrives in the mysterious town of Wayward Pines to investigate the disappearance of two federal agents, onl…

Cover of Red Rising

Red Rising

4.1

In a color-coded society, a Red named Darrow discovers a shocking betrayal and infiltrates the elite Gold caste to seek vengeance, in this g…

Cover of The Dead Zone

The Dead Zone

4.2

Johnny Smith's life takes a chilling turn after a carnival accident grants him a terrifying gift: the ability to see the future. As he strug…

Cover of Misery

Misery

4.3

Novelist Paul Sheldon's life takes a terrifying turn when a deranged fan rescues him after a car crash and holds him captive in her remote h…

This list showcases 30 of the best fiction books from the past 10 years, carefully selected by an avid reader who has read over 700 books in that time. Initially biased towards non-fiction, the curator discovered the profound impact fiction can have on understanding humanity, deepening empathy, and sparking creativity. The list includes a mix of classics and contemporary works, from literary masterpieces like 'Pride and Prejudice' by Jane Austen to modern thrillers like 'Gone Girl' by Gillian Flynn. Each book is summarized in three sentences, providing a quick overview and enticing readers to explore these captivating stories. Whether you're a fan of science fiction, historical fiction, or psychological thrillers, this list offers something for every fiction lover. Dive into these pages and experience the power of storytelling at its finest.

Source: https://leaderandlearner.substack.com/p/the-30-best-fiction-books-ive-read