Unputdownable Reads: The Most Addictive Books of the Last 25 Years

What is it about certain books that renders them impossible to set aside? Whether it's the suspenseful plot twists, the richly drawn characters, or the evocative prose, some stories have a magnetic pull that refuses to release its grip until the very last word. For avid readers, few experiences compare to the thrill of discovering a book that simply cannot be put down. From the first page to the last, these stories have a way of consuming our thoughts, drawing us deeper into their worlds with each passing chapter. From gripping thrillers to heart-wrenching dramas, the last 25 years have gifted readers with an array of captivating narratives that have left us glued to the pages. Get ready to uncover the novels that have left an indelible mark on readers' hearts and minds, as we celebrate the most unputdownable reads.

1. “The Lovely Bones” by Alive Sebold

2. “Girl With a Pearl Earring” by Tracy Chevalier

3. “Gone Girl” by Julia Whelan

4. “Interpreter of Maladies” by Jhumpa Lahiri

5. “Life of Pi” by Yann Martel

6. “The Fault in Our Stars” By John Green

7. “Wild Swans” by Jung Chang

8. “Wild” by Cheryl Strayed

9. “White Teeth” by Zadie Smith

10. “House of Sand and Fog” by Andre Dubus III

11. “Eat, Pray, Love” by Elizabeth Gilbert

12. “Fifty Shades of Grey” by E. L. James

13. “Waiting to Exhale” by Terry McMillan

14. “The Interestings: A Novel” by Meg Wolitzer

15. “The Secret Life of Bees” by Sue Monk Kidd

16. “The Corrections” by Jonathan Franzen

17. “Where’d You Go, Bernadette” by Maria Semple

18. “One Day” by David Nicholls

19. “The Poisonwood Bible” by Barbara Kingsolver

20. “The Help” by Katherine Stockett

Also, be sure to check out GoodRead’s 100 Best Children’s Books of All Time

How many of these reads have you devoured?

What books would you throw into the mix?

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