What are some popular modern day novels?

Some modern day swashbuckler novels worth mentioning are 'Temeraire' series by Naomi Novik. It combines the swashbuckling adventure of Napoleonic - era naval battles with the addition of dragons. The main character, Laurence, and his dragon Temeraire go on many thrilling adventures. Also, 'The Lies of Locke Lamora' is a great example. Set in a fictional city, it has Locke and his gang pulling off elaborate cons and getting into all sorts of dangerous situations that require quick wits and sword - skills.

One popular modern day mystery novel is 'The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo' by Stieg Larsson. It has a complex mystery involving a journalist and a hacker. Another is 'Gone Girl' by Gillian Flynn, which has a really twisted plot full of secrets and lies. And 'Big Little Lies' by Liane Moriarty also fits, with its mystery elements within a suburban setting.

One popular modern day love novel is 'The Fault in Our Stars' by John Green. It tells the story of two teenagers with cancer who fall in love. Another is 'Me Before You' by Jojo Moyes, which explores the relationship between a caregiver and a disabled man. 'Eleanor & Park' by Rainbow Rowell is also well - liked, it's about two misfit teenagers and their first love.

One popular modern day fiction novel is 'The Hunger Games' by Suzanne Collins. It's set in a dystopian future where children are forced to fight to the death in an arena. Another is 'Harry Potter' series by J.K. Rowling, which follows the adventures of a young wizard in a magical world. 'The Fault in Our Stars' by John Green is also well - liked. It tells a poignant love story between two teenagers with cancer.

Some great modern day fantasy novels include 'Throne of Glass' by Sarah J. Maas. This series follows the story of an assassin in a world full of magic, political intrigue, and powerful beings. 'The Darkest Minds' by Alexandra Bracken is another. It features a post - apocalyptic world where children have developed special powers. And don't forget 'An Ember in the Ashes' by Sabaa Tahir, which has a richly detailed and complex world, with a story of a slave girl and a soldier in a brutal, fantasy - inspired empire.

One popular modern day reincarnation novel is 'The Rebirth of the Malicious Empress of Military Lineage'. It tells the story of a woman who is reborn and gets a chance to take revenge and change her fate. Another is 'Full Marks Hidden Marriage: Pick Up a Son, Get a Free Husband', which involves the female lead being reincarnated and having a new life full of twists and turns.

A great modern day Chinese novel is 'Folding Beijing' by Hao Jingfang. It presents a unique view of a future society where Beijing is divided into three different 'folds' with different living conditions for different classes. 'Big Breasts & Wide Hips' by Mo Yan is also famous. It depicts the life of a mother and her family through different historical events in China. And 'Shanghai Baby' by Wei Hui, which is a story about a young woman's search for love and self - identity in modern Shanghai.

One popular modern day wizard novel is 'The Magicians' by Lev Grossman. It follows the story of Quentin Coldwater as he discovers a magical world. Another is 'A Discovery of Witches' by Deborah Harkness. It features a witch and a vampire in a modern - day setting with elements of magic and mystery. And 'Nevermoor: The Trials of Morrigan Crow' is also great, with its unique take on a magical world and a young girl's adventures within it.

Well, 'Cirque du Freak' by Darren Shan is a modern day vampire novel that's quite interesting. It follows the adventures of a young boy who gets involved with a vampire and his strange, circus - like world. Then there's 'Carpe Jugulum' by Terry Pratchett, which is a part of his 'Discworld' series and offers a unique take on vampires in a fantasy world. And don't forget 'Blood Promise' by Richelle Mead, which is part of her 'Vampire Academy' series that has a lot of action and romance.

Some great modern day spy novels include 'A Most Wanted Man' by John le Carré. This novel is set in the post - 9/11 world and explores themes of international terrorism and the role of intelligence agencies. Vera Caspary's 'Laura' is another interesting one. It combines elements of mystery and spying. And 'Our Man in Havana' by Graham Greene is a satirical take on the world of spies, showing how things can get absurd in the spying business.