Tree of Smoke
A gripping, surreal journey through the Vietnam War, blending psychological operations and profound human truths in a vivid, epic narrative.
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.
How to Be Both
A genre-bending novel that intertwines the lives of a Renaissance artist and a modern-day teenager, exploring art, time, and identity in a p…
Wayward Lives, Beautiful Experiments
Discover the untold stories of young Black women who defied societal norms in early 20th-century Philadelphia and New York, reshaping urban …
Bring Up the Bodies
A gripping tale of power, betrayal, and intrigue in the court of Henry VIII, winner of the Man Booker Prize 2012.
On Beauty
A witty and heartfelt exploration of love, family, and the complexities of modern life, 'On Beauty' weaves together the stories of two feudi…
The Human Stain
A distinguished professor's life unravels when a false accusation of racism surfaces, revealing a deeply buried secret that challenges the v…
The Sympathizer
A gripping spy novel that explores the complex life of a Vietnamese captain torn between two worlds during and after the Vietnam War.
The Return
A gripping memoir of a son's quest to uncover the truth about his father's disappearance in Libya, blending personal loss with a universal t…
Detransition, Baby
A provocative and deeply moving novel that explores the complex intersections of gender, relationships, and family, as three women navigate …
The Story of the Lost Child
Dive deeper into Elena Ferrante's Neapolitan series with this insightful companion, exploring the turbulent life of Elena and the mysterious…
Septology
A profound and intricate exploration of life, death, and the human condition, Septology weaves together the stories of a man and his mentor …
Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow
A poignant tale of friendship, creativity, and the complexities of love, this novel explores the decades-long journey of two collaborators w…
Olive Kitteridge
In the quiet town of Crosby, Maine, Olive Kitteridge navigates life's complexities with sharp wit and unyielding strength, revealing the pro…
All Aunt Hagar's Children
A Pulitzer Prize-winning collection of stories that delves into the lives of ordinary Washington, D.C. residents, exploring their struggles …
The New Jim Crow
A groundbreaking book that exposes the racial biases in the U.S. criminal justice system, revealing how it perpetuates a new form of racial …
The Friend
A heartfelt exploration of grief and the profound bond between a woman and her late friend's Great Dane, blending humor and deep emotion.
Far From the Tree
A profound exploration of how families navigate love and acceptance when their children are radically different from them, celebrating the s…
The Great Believers
A sweeping, heart-wrenching tale of friendship, loss, and resilience set against the backdrop of the AIDS epidemic in 1980s Chicago and the …
Veronica
A raw and evocative tale of friendship, love, and self-discovery spanning the glamour of 1980s New York and the raw reality of its aftermath…
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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