2024’s Best 100 Books of All Time: Top 12
Finding the perfect read among the ‘100 best books of all time’ can feel like choosing the best cookie from grandma’s jar. Our focus? We consider impact, storytelling, and timeless relevance. We’ve handpicked 12 gems that stand out in a sea of classics. These novels have left marks on history, stirred emotions, and sparked laughter in our reading circles. So, grab your reading glasses, because these books are sure to delight your literary taste buds.
On this list:
12 To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee
We loved the timeless themes of justice and human nature in this book. Atticus Finch feels like a friend we all need.
11 1984 by George Orwell
Big Brother is watching, and we can’t stop talking about it! Orwell’s dystopia made us rethink our social media habits.
10 Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen
Who doesn’t swoon over Mr. Darcy? Austen’s wit and romance never get old, even if our Tinder dates do.
9 Moby-Dick by Herman Melville
Call us Ishmael because this whale of a tale is thrilling and intense. We learned a lot about obsession and harpoons.
8 The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald
It’s jazz, it’s love, it’s tragedy. Gatsby’s world is dazzling and deeply flawed, much like our favorite reality TV shows.
7 Crime and Punishment by Fyodor Dostoevsky
Intense and philosophical, it had us questioning our moral compasses. Who knew existential angst could be so gripping?
6 The Catcher in the Rye by J.D. Salinger
Holden Caulfield is the rebellious teenager we all secretly want to be, navigating a world that’s both crazy and hypocritical.
5 One Hundred Years of Solitude by Gabriel García Márquez
This masterpiece feels like a fever dream—a mesmerizing, multi-generational exploration of family, love, and time.
4 The Odyssey by Homer
Odysseus is the original action hero. Ancient epic? Yes! Relevant life lessons in 2023? Absolutely!
3 War and Peace by Leo Tolstoy
Epic battles, complex characters, and family drama—it’s like the original soap opera. We couldn’t put it down, unless the pizza arrived.
2 Ulysses by James Joyce
We didn’t just read it; we went on an odyssey with Joyce’s stream-of-consciousness style. It’s like a crossword puzzle on steroids.
1 Don Quixote by Miguel de Cervantes
Don Quixote takes the top spot in our ‘100 best books of all time’ list. We chose this book as number one because of its timeless exploration of reality versus illusion and its impact on literature as a whole. Cervantes combines humor with deep philosophical questions that resonate with readers even today. The adventures of Don Quixote and his loyal sidekick Sancho Panza invite readers to ponder what it means to dream big, no matter how far-fetched those dreams might be. Plus, the book’s satirical edge keeps us entertained, critiquing the chivalric lifestyle with wit and wisdom. A tale of madness, love, and unwavering idealism, it’s a book that stays with you long after the last page turns.
