In today's fast-paced world, many readers seek solace and entertainment in the pages of contemporary fiction books. These novels transport us to different worlds, explore complex human emotions, and challenge our perspectives. If you are exploring the vast realm of contemporary fiction, you have come to the right place. In this article, we will discuss some highly recommended contemporary fiction books, their talented authors, and reliable websites to enhance your reading experience. One highly regarded contemporary fiction book is "The Goldfinch" written by Donna Tartt. This Pulitzer Prize-winning novel tells the story of Theodore Decker, a young boy who survives a terrorist attack at an art museum, which sets off a chain of events that leads him into the dark underbelly of the art world. Tartt's evocative prose and skillful characterization have captivated readers worldwide, making "The Goldfinch" a must-read for any contemporary fiction enthusiast. Another novel that has gained immense popularity is "A Little Life" by Hanya Yanagihara. This emotionally charged masterpiece delves into the lives of four college friends as they navigate the challenges of adulthood in New York City. Yanagihara's raw and vivid storytelling explores themes of friendship, trauma, and the enduring power of human connection. "A Little Life" has garnered critical acclaim and has touched the hearts of readers around the globe. For those seeking a lighter read, "Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine" by Gail Honeyman is a delightful choice. This novel follows the socially awkward but endearing protagonist, Eleanor, on her journey of self-discovery and healing. Honeyman beautifully weaves together humor, heartache, and hope in this story of human resilience and the power of friendship. To further explore contemporary fiction books and discover new authors, websites like Goodreads and BookBub are invaluable resources. Goodreads provides a platform for readers to discuss, rate, and review their favorite books, while also offering personalized book recommendations based on individual preferences. BookBub, on the other hand, sends regular emails featuring discounted or free ebooks, helping readers discover new authors and titles that align with their interests. In conclusion, contemporary fiction books offer something for every reader, whether you seek thought-provoking narratives or heartwarming tales. From Donna Tartt's "The Goldfinch" to Hanya Yanagihara's "A Little Life" and Gail Honeyman's "Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine," these novels showcase the immense talent and storytelling prowess of their respective authors. Remember to explore platforms like Goodreads and BookBub to uncover hidden literary gems and engage with fellow book lovers. So grab a cup of coffee, curl up with a contemporary fiction book, and immerse yourself in a world of captivating storytelling.
The river of time is an unbridgeable stream, silently eroding all the loves, hates, angers, and infatuations until they dissipate without a trace. Ten years ago, she and he experienced the most unforgettable love and the most deeply rooted hatred. She loved him with all her strength, and he was equally devoted to her. She thought their love was unbreakable. However, when destiny mercilessly raised its scythe, when the poppy flower bloomed with an evil smile, he simply turned around and walked away. In that moment, she realized that everything was nothing but a meticulously planned conspiracy. She fell from heaven into hell. Love or hatred, she said, if she truly forgot, she would never want
23.82 Million words | 2020-07-03 23:24Update
Often, we give up thinking it's just a relationship, only to realize in the end that it was a lifetime. It was a young love in our naive years, but it caused a great uproar due to the difference in family background. Meng Heping, born into a prestigious family, tried hard to support his relationship with Jiaqi, but she turned away with the most resolute gesture. With her father's demise and her family scattered, she sacrificed too much for this love, thinking she could maintain some pride and dignity, leading an ordinary life. Others, however, couldn't accept it. Suddenly, Ruan Zhengdong entered the scene like a mystery—a domineering and elusive figure, possessing a distinct temperament different from Meng Heping. Is he a hidden avenger or a playboy in this worldly game? In the bustling city, the three cross paths. Whether elite businessmen or sons of the privileged class, in the face of love, they are just ordinary mortals. No matter how capable you are in manipulating the world, love reveals that subtlety is inferior to foolishness.
15.92 Million words | 2020-10-20 04:23Update
"虚有其表 (School H)" is a high-quality literary novel written by iChe. This site offers the latest chapters to read, the complete text of "虚有其表 (School H)" to read, and provides free, ad-free online reading. If you notice that the updates of "虚有其表 (School H)" are slow, please contact Xiao Bing immediately.
26.84 Million words | 2021-12-08 13:41Update
"The Phoenix's Song Through the Ages" is published by New Moon Publishing in Taiwan, and it is also available for purchase at the Taobao Orange Novel Bookstore under the new title "Thief Star Noble Wife". This is a shameless love story between Ji Qianqiu, a contemporary outstanding female thief, and Han Ziji, the Emperor of Da Jin. Ji Qianqiu is a righteous and courageous thief who stands up for justice, while Han Ziji is an ambitious emperor who desires to rule the world. Despite being two completely different individuals, one from the underworld and the other from the heavens, they unexpectedly encounter the meddling of the Matchmaker, resulting in the entanglement of their fates. The small-time
34.99 Million words | 2021-09-26 02:03Update
Before the age of eleven, Zheng Yanran believed that she would live a carefree life under the protection of her family. After the age of eleven, Zheng Yanran realized that as the child of the Marquis's mansion, life and death were all in the hands of the master.
96.67 Million words | 2021-03-18 22:53Update
Encounter the hero and beauty, amidst the chaos of war, a picturesque land stretches for thousands of miles; heroes rise, loyalty and enmity between families and nations, looking back, the night is calm. A female student trapped in the identity of the Third Young Lady; brothers of the Yi family fighting for the throne; Chinese students in the Japanese military officer academy; a renowned courtesan; a warlord reigning over a region... A seemingly ordinary pursuit and rescue mission brings these individuals together. With different aims, they navigate around each other, concealed beneath their "masks," hiding desires and true identities that must not be revealed. Espionage, assassination, coercion - behind all the tactics lies a power struggle between various forces and conflicting beliefs, as well as a scramble for wealth and interests. And amidst this grand conspiracy, like a web silently woven around them, the question remains: in this age of desolation, in the face of power and national righteousness, is there still room for love?
23.64 Million words | 2022-09-07 08:14Update
Back then, when we were young, we had nothing but courage. The time of youth was like a bittersweet ballad, letting us lean against the railing on the rooftop. Happiness was only a little, held in the palm of our hands, too precious to forget. 'The Moon Shone Then' presents the treasured words of author Fei Wo Si Cun, who is said to have put forth a rare, satisfying ending for those who enjoy tormenting emotions. The men of the Mu Rong family from 'Too Late to Say I Love You' reappear; the red nobleman Rong Bo from 'Dreams of Engagement' finds himself in great trouble. Two short stories named after characters from Jin Yong's classic novels, Yang Bu Hui and Ji Xiao Fu, are completely subverted. Fei Wo Si Cun's version of Yang Bu Hui becomes a female general from the Yang family accidentally entering the Liao army camp, leading to a mischievous encounter full of laughter and danger. These love short stories, unseen by readers before, are infused with the unique flavor of Fei Wo Si Cun.
15.29 Million words | 2021-04-30 20:04Update
I have my king, and I am his loyal servant. I am willing to wave the flag and shout for him, even willing to die on the battlefield for him.
394.30 Million words | 2023-05-17 09:26Update
Ten thousand years later, the ice melted. During a scientific expedition in the Arctic by the Douluo Federation's exploration team, they discovered an egg with dual-toned gold and silver patterns. After using instruments to investigate, they were amazed to find signs of life inside. They quickly brought the egg back to the research facility for incubation. The egg eventually hatched, revealing a baby, an infant that looked exactly like a human being, born from an egg.
543.83 Million words | 2022-08-11 11:08Update
Among the five individuals who infiltrated the Japanese puppet intelligence organization, there must be one who is named the "Old Ghost"! These five individuals are incarcerated in a fully monitored villa, where the "Old Ghost" cunningly maneuvers between the Japanese puppets, creating various illusions to confuse the enemy. In the end, at a critical moment, the "Old Ghost" sacrifices his life and manages to successfully transmit the intelligence. Is this the hero's ending? No, it is merely the beginning of a legendary tale... Under the weight of their beliefs, within the wilderness of their hearts, behind each person, lies a vast and sorrowful history. After "The Message," legends ceased to exist in the world!
20.29 Million words | 2021-02-03 02:38Update
A negative, idle ancient commoner girl, life is so difficult, why bother to work hard. The life tone of ancient noble women is determined by the family, and guilt by association is still prevalent. A sudden calamity will completely suffer, to live well, live smoothly, and live with dignity. Minglan expresses that the burden is heavy. Ancient times were too dangerous, let's just sleep and forget it. W.
145.99 Million words | 2021-06-20 14:40Update
During the reign of Emperor Huizong of Song, the Song, Liao, and Jin dynasties each held their own territories in the vast land of China. The Jin dynasty thrived, while the Liao dynasty suffered from deep-rooted problems. Meanwhile, the Song government, since the peace
120.06 Million words | 2023-02-25 14:34Update
If the first encounter was an accident, the second encounter was a coincidence, and the third encounter was serendipity, then the Nth encounter can only be called fate. As for whether this fate is destined to be a blessing or a curse... Ah Miao says even the heavens can't determine that. Everything is in Xu Laoda's hands. Even if she had three heads and
25.49 Million words | 2020-08-20 08:12Update
Facing the pursuit and blockade of mercenaries, elite agents, assassin groups, and international criminal organizations, Wang Hai navigates through difficult and dangerous situations effortlessly. With just one bullet, he can eliminate his targets and obtain both money and beautiful women. He is known as the sniper genius. Rest assured, my works have been completed: "Solo Mission," "Bullet Soaring," "The Great Sniper." Published works include: "Solo Mission," "Wolf Slayer," "Wild Soldier," "Bullet Soaring," "Special Forces - Reconnaissance Soldier," "The Great Sniper," "Red Fox," "The Great Sniper," "Warhawk," "Unsheathed," "Warhawk," "Rainy Night Murder Game," "Corpse
24.07 Million words | 2021-09-12 09:49Update
After joining Li Corporation, a young lawyer named Shen Xieyi becomes entangled in a romantic relationship with the handsome CEO, Li Zeliang. Strange actions and events suggest that they may have a past acquaintance, but both choose to feign ignorance. As layers of clues are unveiled, it is discovered that Li Zeliang's leg injury and Xieyi's unexpected amnesia stem from the same car accident. Buried behind the accident lies a long-standing feud between two families. With the burden of family enmity, Xieyi must confront whether her memory loss is genuine or a ploy to exploit her relationship with Li Zeliang for revenge. Regardless of the truth behind this love, fortunately, the lovers eventually find happiness together.
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Already engaged, she unintentionally saves a handsome and powerful nobleman. Thinking it was just a chance encounter, little did she know he would risk everything to steal her away at the wedding. But what awaits them is not a fairytale ending, but the tragedy of love - when the moment to say 'I love you' is lost, and the person you love disappears into the crowd. This poignant tale, performed by the renowned singer Fi Wo Si Cun, depicts the tumultuous journey of a love that leaves an indelible mark on the hearts of the world.
17.95 Million words | 2021-02-20 16:26Update
Wu Ling, with her exquisite beauty and grace, stands above all others. A life filled with loss and betrayal, where brothers fight and fathers mistrust their own sons. Under the oppressive weight of power, there is no branch to depend on. Amidst the pain of separation and longing, there is no solace to be found. Encountering you was not my choice. But now that we have crossed paths, I ask you to light a lantern for me and illuminate this maze of splendid hell. Perhaps then, we can journey together in the late spring to climb the southern mountains. To admire the blossoming trees and the vibrant swarm of singing birds. To listen to the cries of cranes, watch them dance upon the shattering jade-like water, and spread their wings to soar into the azure sky.
39.44 Million words | 2022-09-21 09:43Update
In the viral post on the internet titled 'Did bad people grow old or did old people turn bad?', two unscrupulous elderly individuals are successively murdered. The crime scenes bear the words 'Old people turned bad', but no valuable clues are left behind. Chief detective Zhong Ning and his partner Zhang Yiming conduct thorough investigations, with the assistance of female forensic expert Chen Menglin. Their prime suspect is Zhao Qingyuan, a self-media personality. However, at the time of the murders, Zhao Qingyuan is in the hospital accompanying his paralyzed wife for physical therapy, having a perfect alibi. In the midst of this process, another unscrupulous elderly person is murdered. Is the killer truly seeking revenge for their own kind, or is there an elaborate deception at play? Zhong Ning must uphold procedural justice, but should he relentlessly pursue Zhao Qingyuan? As the investigation deepens, it seems that there are deeper secrets behind Zhao Qingyuan. Should one believe what they see with their eyes, hear with their ears, or trust their own intuition? More complex puzzles and a more lamentable truth await. Even if you are mentally prepared for the final twist, your endurance may still be shattered by the truth.
18.96 Million words | 2021-06-02 01:14Update
The novel depicts the growth and transformation of the protagonist, Hedun. Having lived in the lower strata of society, she has endured numerous tortures due to her poor upbringing. The torment of her soul and the pressures of survival are her unspoken nightmares. Through a fortuitous opportunity, she becomes a psychological counselor. In the clinic, she encounters visitors on the verge of mental collapse and strange and mysterious events that leave her perplexed. Meanwhile, her own emotions are on the brink of crisis, pushing her to the verge of psychological breakdown. With the help of her lover, she gradually unravels various difficulties and crises with tenacious pursuit of her career. Eventually, she breaks free from her cocoon, embarking on a new chapter in her life. The novel is filled with peculiar stories and suspense, and delving into it reveals the hidden logic and unexpected answers behind all the peculiar incidents. It is a tale of a woman's struggle, a healing prescription offered by a psychologist, and a representative work by Bi Shumin.
42.16 Million words | 2022-07-09 22:11Update
The God King of a generation is reborn in the magical world of Faland. He is astonished to find that everything here is so miraculous, and he is incredibly lucky to have found the reincarnation of his wife. However, she has no memories of their past life, and their encounter this time is as strangers. Reborn in a world that is not friendly to humans, can the God King win back his wife? What kind of extraordinary journey will unfold with the eccentric transformations of the demonic gods? All will be revealed in the God King's relentless pursuit of love, the fifth part of the Douluo Continent series, Reborn as Tang San!
70.83 Million words | 2023-04-17 23:42Update
I have my king, I am his loyal servant, willing to wave my flag and shout for him, willing to die on the battlefield for him.
495.48 Million words | 2022-02-28 13:59Update
