Reading is one of the most useful and developing activities. Books develop imagination, help to find answers to many questions. If the book is interesting, its plot is so captivating that the reader forgets about the existence of the real world.
How to choose a good book?
Today you can find many interesting books of various genres. However, to find a book that suits everyone is almost impossible. Therefore, it is very important to choose good books. Reviews are the best way to find out if a piece is worth reading.
In reviews, readers write about their impressions of what they read and notice what they liked most.
The atmosphere of the book, the diversity of characters, the variety of the plot - all this is very important in the choice. Thus, you can make a list of the best books. Reader reviews can not only help you choose a book, but also prevent the purchase of an expensive publication or just an unsuccessful work. Thus, you can save money and save your nerves.
This article presents the best books of various genres: fantasy, science fiction, detective story, romance. This list will help you find the best books. Reader reviews are the best way to do this.
Haruki Murakami "Wonderland without brakes" - a fantasy of the depths of consciousness
Murakami is one of the best authors in the nomination "Best Books: Science Fiction." Reviews about this author are contradictory, which indicates the ambiguity and versatility of his work.
The novel "Wonderland without brakes" is a work that changes consciousness. Fantastic detective "addictive" from the first pages. The two worlds in which the action takes place are so different, and it would seem that they have nothing in common. One world is a distant future, where people hunt for information. Another world is like a dream that will never end. The person who encrypts the information, the underground laboratory, the skulls of unicorns, the city with the Great Wall, the shadows of memories - all this flashes before your eyes, giving only insignificant hints of what is happening. However, in the finale everything becomes so clear and understandable that one is surprised at the writer's skill. So different, and such similar worlds in the minds of one person ...
Christopher Paolini, "Eragon" - "Dragon" Fantasy
The novel about magic and dragons "Eragon" leads in the nomination "fantasy books: the best." Reviews of this book show the diversity of its plot and characters. In addition, the novel was so successful that a movie was made based on it.
This book opens before the reader a new, completely unknown world. The fate of the boy Eragon from a small village, who was to become a hero of Alagesia, worries throughout the reading. The magical atmosphere of dragons and riders makes you draw new pictures in your imagination. The care of old Brom and his instructions touch, he becomes the second father for the hero. The old man Brom, the elf Arya and the young man Murtag can be role models. The courage and heroism of these characters is what helped Eragon in many trials. The relationship of the young man with his dragon Sapphira is also impressive. Their friendship is a beautiful story of devotion and mutual assistance.
The best detectives (books): reviews
In the genre of detective, it’s not difficult to find good books. Reviews of the book by John Fowles "The Magus" are the most provocative.
Fowles is a master of psychological detective novel, known for his complex and intricate stories.
The novel "Magus" is an amazing interweaving of romance, detective story and adventure.
The main character - Nicholas Erfe - a young man who is fed up with life and goes to a small Greek island. He dilutes boring everyday life with walks in the surroundings and once wanders into the villa. There, Nicholas meets a mysterious old man who entangles him in a series of incomprehensible and inexplicable events, the end of which can become even fatal for Erfe. The mysterious beauty Lilia, her double - Rosa and ex-lover appear so quickly in the hero's life that he does not have time to follow the course of events. All this happens on the seashore, among the ruins of Greek temples, and the descriptions are seasoned with a share of ancient philosophy, which the author himself loves.
Susan Collins, The Hunger Games - Revolutionary Science Fiction
The first part of the Susan Collins Hunger Games series of books is the best e-book ever. Reviews on electronic versions of this work are extremely positive.
In connection with the rise in price of all goods (and printed books, including), it is sometimes very difficult to afford the purchase of an expensive, but small-volume product. The first part of the Hunger Games series is just such a book. In the electronic version it is very convenient to read. The book is read literally in one breath: the plot is very fascinating and does not let you relax for a second. The young girl Katniss in one day becomes the hope of all Panem. She is chosen for the annual Hunger Games - a competition similar to the legend of the Minotaur Maze. She must fight people from other districts in a special arena in order to stay alive. The fight against cruelty and indifference of the authorities towards people is becoming more important for Katniss than to survive and return home. Thanks to this, the girl becomes a symbol of rebellion against President Panem. Now the Capitol authorities will do everything to remove it from its path.
"My favorite Sputnik" - a mysterious detective
This work, like "Wonderland without brakes," belongs to the Japanese writer Haruki Murakami. Many literary critics have noted that he writes good books. Reviews of the work “My Favorite Sputnik” do not refute this opinion.
The scene of the novel is modern Japan and the Greek islands. At the beginning of the story, it’s rather difficult to figure out what is happening: the inconspicuous girl Sumire, who loves to read Kerouac, the best friend in love with her, the serious woman who takes Sumire to work ... The plot captivates, and you no longer notice how you turn over one page after another. Sumire and its director Mui are getting closer, and their relationship is becoming much closer than between a subordinate and a boss. Mui tells a terrible story about how in her youth she turned gray in one night. She lost her real self tonight. This episode of the book scares the reader no less than the heroine of Mui. Murakami masterfully describes the feelings and feelings of heroes. After this incident, Shimure disappears, and her best friend along with Mui try to find her. The mysterious disappearance is revealed to the very end, but even having closed the book many questions remain. The open finale is Murakami's favorite technique. The unresolved issue of the disappeared heroine keeps you awake, and the plot is remembered for a long time.
Stephen King The Dark Tower
Stephen King is an unrivaled master of science fiction novels. There are many publications where under one cover the best books of Stephen King are collected . Reviews on the Dark Tower series are the most numerous. Stephen King wrote this book under the influence of many subjects, including The Lord of the Rings, Tolkien found an echo in the science fiction novel.
Speaking of Stephen King, one cannot fail to mention his amazing series “The Dark Tower”. Unfortunately, several books in the series were not very successful, but the finale more than justifies this. The Dark Tower is an explosive mixture of Western, fantasy, fantasy, adventure and detective in one glass. The main character is similar to Indiana Jones, who is looking for the Holy Grail. However, the hero holds the path to the famous Dark Tower. Traveling with Stephen King, you discover new worlds and new characters. This series of books will forever remain the best read among King fans.
Ryder Haggard, Montezuma's Daughter
Romance makes the life of every person more beautiful and colorful. Therefore, it is so important to find the best books about love for yourself. Reviews of Ryder Haggard's novel Montezuma's Daughter have always been positive.
This writer has created many interesting adventure novels, where romance and love are always present.
The main character is a brave, selfless, honest and brave young man Thomas. He goes to Mexico to take revenge on his mother’s killer. Thomas in England is waiting for his lover - Lily, whom parents want to marry another. Thomas is waiting for dangerous adventures in which the hero will have to marry the princess of the Mayan people, be with her on the same sacrificial table and escape from the Spanish conquistadors. There are now two lovers in Thomas’s life, however, with his soul he is still faithful to Lily. Justice will triumph, and one day the hero will defeat his enemy. And love for Lily accompanies him everywhere. The finale of the novel makes you cry, the long-awaited meeting of the main characters touches. This work forever remains in the heart of everyone.
Philip Pulman, The Golden Compass
Fantasy novel "Golden Compass" - an interesting adventure story about the girl Lira.
The universe of Philip Pullman is full of mysteries, magic and conspiracies. This is a world where every person has a damon - an animal that reflects the essence of his soul. It would seem that it can still facilitate understanding of each other? However, everything is not so simple. The ordinary girl Lyra and her Damon Pan in one day become those who will save the children from a scientific experiment in separating a person from his Damon. This experiment is deadly and causes a lot of pain to both the owner and his animal. The book makes you think about human relationships, friendship and hostility. In her adventures, Lyra found out who her real parents are. This problem is also very acute in the work. The book (as well as its continuation) is striking in its diversity and brilliance.
Holi Black, Spiderwick
This book is a fantasy adventure of three children. It tells the story of a magical world that is at arm's length from reality. The plot has many interesting episodes, and the illustrations give it colorfulness.
The Spiderwick series is remembered for a long time. Together with the heroes of the book - Mallory, Jared and Simon - readers learn new things about magical creatures, discover the world of Arthur Spiderwick and unravel complex stories. This book will teach a lot. Good relations between children, their communication with the magical world and mutual assistance are what make the book really really good. The variety of characters, creatures and places where the action takes place excites the imagination. The kingdom of the elves, the dungeon of the gnomes, the mysterious forest and the old house - all this is woven into the plot and makes it unforgettable.
Conclusion
Books are a very important part of every person’s life. This is not only a hobby, but also a state of mind. Books that a person reads form his idea of life, enrich the inner world. Reading improves well-being, adjusts to work or creativity. Therefore, it is so important to know which authors are worth reading. After all, reading is a conversation with a book, and only the best thoughts of the writer reach the reader.
Unfortunately, a situation often arises when it is difficult to find good books. Reviews of good, high-quality literature are exactly what can help in choosing a work. Reading reviews, you can choose exactly the style, genre and plot that the reader likes. Today, one of the most common genres is fantasy, science fiction, detective story and love stories. Reviews of such books can prevent inappropriate waste of money and help create a reading list that includes the best books. Reviews are the best way to find out about a writer and his work.