Can you recommend some good 21st century novels?

Sure. 'The Goldfinch' by Donna Tartt is a great one. It's a coming - of - age story that also delves into the world of art and the underworld. Another is 'A Visit from the Goon Squad' by Jennifer Egan, which has an interesting structure and tells stories about different characters over time.

One of the 21st century classic novels is 'The Kite Runner' by Khaled Hosseini. It tells a powerful story of friendship, betrayal, and redemption set against the backdrop of Afghanistan's tumultuous history. Another is 'Atonement' by Ian McEwan, which explores themes of guilt, love, and the consequences of a false accusation through a complex and beautifully written narrative.

One well - known Marlborough - related 21st - century novel could be 'The Marlborough Man' if there is such a novel in this context. It might explore themes related to the area of Marlborough, perhaps its history, culture or the people there in a modern setting.

Well, 'NW' by Zadie Smith is an interesting read. It explores the lives of four Londoners from different backgrounds. And 'Gone Girl' by Gillian Flynn, although it has an American author, is set partly in England and is a gripping psychological thriller that was very popular in the 21st century.

The 'The Underground Railroad' by Colson Whitehead is also a notable one. It reimagines the Underground Railroad as an actual railroad and delves into the harrowing experiences of slaves in the United States during the 19th century, while also being very relevant to understanding the long - term impact of slavery in the 21st - century context.

Sure. 'The Cartel' by Don Winslow is a 21st - century noir that looks at the drug trade in a modern context. It shows the brutal and complex world of the cartels. 'The Sympathizer' by Viet Thanh Nguyen is also a notable one. It combines elements of noir with a deep exploration of identity and the aftermath of war in a modern - day setting. And 'The Power' by Naomi Alderman, while not a traditional noir, has noir - like elements as it explores power dynamics and the dark side of human nature in a world where women have a special power.

Sure. 'Platform' by Michel Houellebecq is a significant work. It deals with themes of globalization, tourism, and sexual relationships in a rather cynical and critical way. It's a reflection of the modern world through Houellebecq's often controversial lens.

One great popular 21st - century mystery novel is 'The Silent Patient' by Alex Michaelides. The story is about a woman who stops speaking after murdering her husband. The mystery around her motives and what really happened is really fascinating. It has elements of psychological thriller which makes it even more engaging.

Sure. 'The Girl on the Train' is a great 21st - century crime novel. It tells the story from the perspective of an unreliable narrator who may have witnessed a crime. Then there's 'The Widow' which also has a very engaging plot. The widow of a suspected murderer has her own secrets to hide. And 'I'll Be Gone in the Dark' by Michelle McNamara is also excellent as it's about the hunt for the Golden State Killer.

Sure. 'The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo' by Stieg Larsson is a great one. It has a strong female lead, Lisbeth Salander, who is a hacker and helps solve a decades - old mystery. The story is full of dark secrets and complex relationships.