The world of literature is constantly evolving, with new books and authors vying for the attention of readers everywhere. However, there are always a few titles that stand out above the rest, captivating audiences and earning rave reviews. Here are the top 10 most read books of 2022, in no particular order:
- "The Testaments" by Margaret Atwood: The long-awaited sequel to "The Handmaid's Tale" delves deeper into the inner workings of Gilead's oppressive regime and the women fighting to survive within it.
- "The Dutch House" by Ann Patchett: A beautifully written novel about a brother and sister growing up in a grand house in Philadelphia and the secrets that bind them to it.
- "Normal People" by Sally Rooney: A coming-of-age story that explores the complexities of relationships, class, and power through the eyes of two Irish teens.
- "The Water Dancer" by Ta-Nehisi Coates: A powerful debut novel that tells the story of a young enslaved man who discovers he has a supernatural ability to remember the past, which helps him navigate the underground railroad.
- "The Nightingale" by Kristin Hannah: A heart-wrenching story of two sisters in Nazi-occupied France and their sacrifices to survive.
- "Little Fires Everywhere" by Celeste Ng is a gripping tale of family, motherhood, and the secrets we keep from those we love.
- "An American Marriage" by Tayari Jones: A novel about the impact of wrongful imprisonment on a young black couple's relationship and the idea of forgiveness.
- "The Overstory" by Richard Powers: A novel that tells the story of a group of people who come together to save a stand of ancient trees, and in the process, change their own lives forever.
- "Educated" by Tara Westover: A memoir of a young woman who, kept out of school, leaves her survivalist family and goes on to earn a PhD from Cambridge University.
- "The Immortalists" by Chloe Benjamin: A novel that explores the idea of fate and the impact of knowing one's own mortality through the lives of four siblings who visit a psychic in 1969 and learn when they will die.
These books offer a diverse range of perspectives and experiences, and are sure to keep readers engaged and thinking long after they've finished the last page. Whether you're in the mood for a gripping thriller, a heart-wrenching drama, or a thought-provoking exploration of the human experience, there's something for everyone on this list.
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