Can you name some popular best books in 2018 UK fiction?

Yes, 'Where the Crawdads Sing' by Delia Owens. Although the author is American, this book had a huge following in the UK in 2018 as well. It was a coming - of - age story intertwined with a murder mystery, set in the beautiful yet unforgiving marshlands. The vivid descriptions of nature and the complex characters made it a best - seller.

Sure. 'The Silent Patient' by Alex Michaelides was a best - seller. It's a psychological thriller that keeps readers on the edge of their seats with its twists and turns. The mystery surrounding Alicia's silence and the attempts to solve it made it a page - turner.

Also, 'Girl, Woman, Other' is not to be missed. It's a multi - voiced narrative that offers a rich tapestry of the experiences of black women in the UK, with a diverse range of characters and storylines.

George Orwell's '1984' is a very well - known best - selling fiction book in the UK. It presents a dystopian future where the government has total control over people's lives, and it makes readers think about the importance of freedom and privacy.

Sure. 'The Day of the Triffids' by John Wyndham is a great one. It tells the story of a world where most people are blinded and there are these menacing, mobile plants called triffids. 'A Clockwork Orange' by Anthony Burgess is also highly regarded. It's set in a future, violent society and makes you think about free will and morality.

Sure. 'The Girl on the Train' was a huge hit. It had a movie adaptation which also increased its popularity. People were really into the mystery and suspense of the story.

Sure. 'The Girl Before' by JP Delaney was a best - seller. It was a psychological thriller that had an interesting premise about two women living in the same house at different times.

Sure. 'The Manningtree Witches' by A.K. Blakemore is a great pick. It's set in the 17th - century Essex and is about the witch trials. The historical details are well - researched and the story is both thrilling and thought - provoking.

Sure. Arthur C. Clarke is a well - known UK science fiction author. His work '2001: A Space Odyssey' is very famous. It's a mind - bending exploration of space travel, artificial intelligence, and the evolution of humanity. Then there's J.G. Ballard. His 'Crash' is a unique work that looks at the relationship between technology, sex, and the human psyche in a rather disturbing way.

Sure. One popular UK fiction story is 'Pride and Prejudice' by Jane Austen. It's a classic that tells the story of Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy, exploring themes like love, class, and social norms. Another is 'Harry Potter' series by J.K. Rowling, which has captured the hearts of millions worldwide with its magical world of Hogwarts and the adventures of Harry and his friends. And '1984' by George Orwell is also well - known. It's a dystopian novel that makes people think about power, control and freedom.