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Best 1 The Left Hand of Darkness
The Left Hand of Darkness

Ursula K. Le Guin's seminal work follows an envoy from Earth to the planet Gethen, where the inhabitants are ambisexual, having no fixed gender. The novel is a profound exploration of how gender influ...

9.6 Brilliant
2 Hyperion
Hyperion

Dan Simmons' Hyperion is a structural marvel, modeled after The Canterbury Tales. Seven pilgrims travel to the distant world of Hyperion to seek answers from the Shrike, a terrifying, god-like creatur...

9.5 Brilliant
3 Lincoln in the Bardo by George Saunders
Lincoln in the Bardo by George Saunders

This experimental novel is composed of hundreds of voices, making it a perfect fit for a massive full-cast production. Featuring over 160 actors, including Nick Offerman, David Sedaris, and Lena Dunha...

9.3 Excellent
4 In the Woods by Tana French
In the Woods by Tana French

Tana French redefined the police procedural with this haunting, atmospheric debut. When a young girl is found murdered in the same woods where a detectives childhood friends disappeared years earlier,...

9.1 Excellent
5 The Dutch House by Ann Patchett
The Dutch House by Ann Patchett

Narrated by Tom Hanks, this audiobook is a masterclass in understated performance. Hanks brings a warmth and gravitas to the story of two siblings and their complicated relationship with their childho...

8.8 Very Good
6 Circe by Madeline Miller
Circe by Madeline Miller

This retelling of the Greek myth of Circe is a beautiful, lyrical, and deeply moving experience. Perdita Weeks's narration is enchanting, perfectly capturing the loneliness, power, and growth of the t...

8.7 Very Good
7 The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald
The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald

Jake Gyllenhaals narration of this classic novel is a revelation. He brings a fresh, modern perspective to the story of Jay Gatsby and the American Dream, capturing the longing and the tragedy with in...

8.3 Very Good
8 The Goldfinch by Donna Tartt
The Goldfinch by Donna Tartt

David Pittus narration of 'The Goldfinch' is a monumental achievement. Clocking in at over 30 hours, the audiobook is a sprawling, immersive experience that captures the complexity and emotional depth...

8.1 Very Good
9 Aoi Bungaku Series
Aoi Bungaku Series

Aoi Bungaku is an anthology series that adapts six classic works of Japanese literature into anime. Each story is directed by a different visionary, resulting in a diverse range of art styles and tone...

8.1 Very Good
10 A Gentleman in Moscow by Amor Towles
A Gentleman in Moscow by Amor Towles

This novel tells the story of a Russian aristocrat sentenced to house arrest in a luxury hotel across from the Kremlin. It is an elegant, witty, and deeply moving character study. Nicholas Guy Smith's...

7.9 Good
11 Bungou Stray Dogs
Bungou Stray Dogs

While primarily set in Yokohama, Bungou Stray Dogs features significant connections to Tokyo and captures the urban, detective-noir vibe of the region. The show features characters based on famous lit...

7.3 Good
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