The Road
In a desolate, post-apocalyptic world, a father and son embark on a harrowing journey southward, facing unimaginable horrors and searching f…
New York Times Best Books of the 21st Century
A curated list of the best books of the 21st century as voted by literary luminaries and the staff of The New York Times Book Review.
Cloud Atlas
A mind-bending epic that weaves six interconnected stories across time and space, exploring humanity's relentless pursuit of power and its c…
Tenth of December
A collection of darkly humorous and surreal stories that explore the human condition in a failing America, blending past, present, and futur…
Atonement
A young girl's misunderstanding sets in motion a chain of events that irrevocably changes the lives of her sister and childhood friend, lead…
The Year of Magical Thinking
A raw and poignant exploration of love, loss, and resilience, this memoir captures the essence of a marriage and the profound impact of grie…
Between the World and Me
A powerful and deeply personal letter from a father to his son, exploring the harsh realities of being Black in America and the enduring str…
Persepolis
A poignant and humorous graphic memoir of a young girl's life in Iran during the Islamic Revolution, offering a unique perspective on histor…
Fun Home
A darkly humorous and heartbreaking graphic memoir exploring family, identity, and the complex relationship between a daughter and her close…
Never Let Me Go
In a hauntingly beautiful tale, Kazuo Ishiguro explores love, friendship, and the fragility of life through the eyes of Kathy, a woman refle…
Hateship, Friendship, Courtship, Loveship, Marriage
Alice Munro's masterful short stories explore the complexities of human relationships with her signature depth and insight.
Station Eleven
In a world ravaged by a deadly pandemic, a traveling troupe of artists and musicians brings hope and culture to the remnants of civilization…
Exit West
A poignant and timely tale of love, migration, and identity set against the backdrop of global crisis.
Middlesex
A captivating tale of identity and transformation, Middlesex explores the life of Calliope Stephanides, a unique individual caught between g…
The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao
A misfit Dominican-American boy navigates love, family curses, and the quest for greatness in this Pulitzer Prize-winning novel.
Wolf Hall
In the treacherous world of Tudor England, Thomas Cromwell rises from humble beginnings to become a formidable political force, navigating t…
Gilead
In 1956 Iowa, an aging preacher writes a heartfelt letter to his young son, reflecting on family history, faith, and the complex bonds betwe…
Secondhand Time
A powerful oral history of the Soviet Union's collapse and the birth of modern Russia, told through the voices of ordinary citizens.
Austerlitz
A haunting exploration of memory and identity, Austerlitz follows a man uncovering his forgotten past as a Jewish refugee in post-war Europe…
My Brilliant Friend
Elena's life is forever changed when her closest friend Lila mysteriously disappears, taking with her a lifetime of shared memories and secr…
The Plot Against America
In an alternate history, aviation hero Charles Lindbergh becomes president and negotiates with Hitler, plunging America into a chilling era …
Nickel and Dimed
Undercover journalist Barbara Ehrenreich goes undercover as a low-wage worker to expose the harsh realities of America's working poor.
The Corrections
A sweeping family drama that captures the essence of America at the turn of the 21st century, The Corrections explores the fractures and bon…
The New York Times Best Books of the 21st Century is a curated list of the top 100 books of the 21st century, as voted on by 503 novelists, nonfiction writers, poets, critics, and other book lovers. The list includes a diverse range of genres and themes, reflecting the rich literary landscape of the past two decades. Each book is accompanied by a brief description and, in many cases, a personal endorsement from a notable author or critic. This list is a valuable resource for readers looking to discover new books or revisit beloved classics.
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