What are some underrated 'female friendship fiction books'?

One of the most underrated fiction books is 'The Golem and the Jinni' by Helene Wecker. It weaves together the stories of two mythical creatures in New York City. Another is 'Station Eleven' by Emily St. John Mandel. It has a unique post - apocalyptic setting that is more about the human spirit than just the end of the world. And 'The Night Circus' by Erin Morgenstern is also underrated. Its magical circus setting and the love story within it are truly captivating.

Some underrated historical fiction books are 'The Birth of Venus' by Sarah Dunant. It's set in Renaissance Florence and follows the story of a young girl coming of age in a time of great artistic and social change. 'Wolf Hall' by Hilary Mantel is also underrated. It offers a unique perspective on the court of Henry VIII. And don't forget 'A Place of Greater Safety' by Hilary Mantel as well, which focuses on the French Revolution.

One underrated science fiction book is 'The Stars My Destination' by Alfred Bester. It has a unique take on teleportation and a gritty, noir - like future setting. Another is 'Hyperion' by Dan Simmons. It weaves together multiple storylines in a complex and engaging way, exploring themes of time, religion, and artificial intelligence. Also, 'Flow My Tears, the Policeman Said' by Philip K. Dick. It presents a dystopian future full of political and social unrest.

The Abhorsen series by Garth Nix. It has a unique magic system and interesting characters. Not as well - known as some big names but still really good. Another is 'The Raven Cycle' by Maggie Stiefvater. It combines mystery and fantasy elements in a story about a group of teens.

One underrated adult fantasy book is 'The Golem and the Jinni' by Helene Wecker. It tells the story of a golem and a jinni in New York City at the turn of the 20th century. It has a unique blend of fantasy and historical fiction. Another is 'Uprooted' by Naomi Novik. It has a great female protagonist and a really interesting magic system that is tied to the forest. It doesn't get as much attention as some of the more well - known fantasy books but is really good.

The 'October Daye' series by Seanan McGuire is quite underrated. It follows a changeling in a world full of fae. Another is 'The Iron Druid Chronicles' by Kevin Hearne. It has a really unique take on druids in the modern world. And 'Shadow's Edge' by Brent Weeks, which combines elements of magic and a sort of noir - like urban setting.

'The Secret History' by Donna Tartt is somewhat underrated. It has a unique setting in a group of elite students studying Classics, and the slow - burn psychological thriller elements are really engaging. Another is 'The Kind Worth Killing' by Peter Swanson. It has a great plot full of twists and turns that many people might not be aware of.

An underrated gem is 'The Lion of Macedon' by David Gemmell. While it's set in an ancient - like medieval world, it has all the elements of great medieval war fiction. There are epic battles, heroic deeds, and a complex plot. The way Gemmell writes about war strategy and the camaraderie among soldiers is really engaging. Another one is 'The Red Knight' by Miles Cameron. It has a very detailed and realistic portrayal of medieval warfare, from the training of soldiers to the actual battles in the field, but it's not as well - known as some other books in the genre.

One underrated book is 'Rot & Ruin' by Jonathan Maberry. It has a great story about a world full of zombies and a young boy trying to find his place in it. Another is 'The Reapers Are the Angels' which is set in a post - apocalyptic South and has a really unique feel to it. And 'Dawn of the Dreadfuls' which is a prequel to 'Pride and Prejudice and Zombies' but is often overlooked.

'The Coldest Girl in Coldtown' by Holly Black. It has a unique take on vampire society, with Coldtowns being places where vampires and humans co - exist in a strange way. It's not as well - known as some of the big names in vampire fiction but is really good.