Fiction / Family Best Sellers

New York Time Best sellers of Fiction / Family: Wish You Were Here (2021), The Vanishing Half (2020), The Book Of Two Ways (2020), The Return (2016), Blue (2016) and other 34 books.

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Wish You Were Here

released in: 2021
Wish You Were Here
Diana O\'Toole re-evaluates her seemingly perfect life when a pandemic disrupts her vacation in the Galápagos Islands.

The Vanishing Half

released in: 2020
The Vanishing Half
The lives of twin sisters who run away from a Southern Black community at age 16 diverge as one returns and the other takes on a different racial identity but their fates intertwine.

The Book Of Two Ways

released in: 2020
The Book Of Two Ways
After surviving a plane crash, a death doula travels to Egypt to reconnect with an old flame who is an archaeologist.

The Return

released in: 2016
The Return
A doctor serving in the Navy in Afghanistan goes back to North Carolina where two women change his life.

Blue

released in: 2016
Blue
A woman whose life has been shattered befriends a homeless boy.

Prodigal Son

released in: 2016
Prodigal Son
Twins, one good and one bad, reunite after 20 years when one of them returns to their hometown. But it is no longer clear who the good and who the bad one is.

Commonwealth

released in: 2016
Commonwealth
Five decades in the lives of two families — parents, children, siblings, stepchildren — remade by divorce.

See Me

released in: 2015

Last One Home

released in: 2015

Lone Wolf

released in: 2012
Lone Wolf
The children of a man who studies wolves must make difficult decisions when he is seriously injured in an accident.

44 Charles Street

released in: 2011
44 Charles Street
The owner of a Greenwich Village town house takes in boarders and bonds with her tenants.

Tribute

released in: 2010
Tribute
A former child star returns to Virginia to rehabilitate the farm owned by her grandmother, an actress who died mysteriously.

Freedom

released in: 2010
Freedom
A family of Midwestern liberals during the Bush years.

House Rules

released in: 2010

Handle With Care

released in: 2009
Handle With Care
A woman whose daughter has a dangerous birth defect must decide whether to sue her obstetrician, an old friend.

Unaccustomed Earth

released in: 2008
Unaccustomed Earth
Stories of the anxiety and transformation experienced by Bengalis in America.

Nineteen Minutes

released in: 2007
Nineteen Minutes
The aftermath of a high school shooting reveals the fault lines in a small New Hampshire town.

For One More Day

released in: 2006
For One More Day
A troubled man gets a last chance to reconnect and restore his relationship with his dead mother.

My Sister'S Keeper

released in: 2004
My Sister'S Keeper
A girl sues her parents after learning they want her to donate a kidney to her sibling.

The Corrections

released in: 2001
The Corrections
A mother tries to bring her dysfunctional family together for a final Christmas at home; winner of a 2001 National Book Award.

The Gift

released in: 2000
The Gift
After the death of her husband, a woman moves with her children to San Francisco, where she falls in love with a man who is dealing with his own tragic past.

Drowning Ruth

released in: 2000
Drowning Ruth
"Drowning Ruth" by Christina Schwarz is a historical novel set in the early 20th century. The story revolves around family secrets, the complexities of sisterhood, and the aftermath of a mysterious drowning. Schwarz's evocative writing style and the atmospheric setting contribute to a haunting narrative that explores the impact of choices on the lives of two sisters.

Bittersweet

released in: 1999
Bittersweet
"Bittersweet" by Danielle Steel is a contemporary romance novel that explores themes of love, loss, and the complexities of family dynamics. The narrative follows a woman named India as she navigates the challenges of relationships and discovers the healing power of love. Steel's emotionally resonant storytelling and relatable characters contribute to a compelling tale of resilience and the enduring nature of the human spirit.

The Deep End of the Ocean

released in: 1996
The Deep End of the Ocean
A novel that explores the emotional aftermath of a family's traumatic experience of losing a child and the unexpected events that follow.

Jewels

released in: 1992
Jewels
A historical novel spanning generations, following a family and their connection to a magnificent collection of jewels.

Mixed Blessings

released in: 1992
Mixed Blessings
A novel that weaves together the lives of three couples facing the challenges of love, parenthood, and the unexpected turns that life brings their way.

September

released in: 1990
September
A novel set in Scotland, exploring the lives and relationships of a group of friends over the course of several decades.

Star

released in: 1989
Star
A novel by Danielle Steel, exploring the glamorous world of Hollywood and the challenges faced by a young actress in pursuit of fame and success.

Wanderlust

released in: 1986
Wanderlust
A novel by Danielle Steel, following the lives and romantic journeys of three women who meet on a luxury cruise.

Family Album

released in: 1985
Family Album
A family saga spanning generations, exploring the complexities of relationships, love, and the enduring bonds that tie family members together.

Hold the Dream

released in: 1985
Hold the Dream
"Hold the Dream" by Barbara Taylor Bradford is a historical romance novel and the sequel to "A Woman of Substance." The narrative follows the protagonist, Emma Harte, and her descendants as they navigate love, ambition, and family secrets. Bradford's sweeping saga spans generations, offering readers a captivating exploration of characters and relationships against the backdrop of historical events.

Full Circle

Full Circle
A novel by Danielle Steel, exploring the challenges, triumphs, and interconnected lives of a group of friends over the course of several decades.

Princess Daisy

Princess Daisy
The life story of Princess Daisy, born into European royalty, as she navigates love, tragedy, and her search for identity.

Mr. and Mrs. Pennington

Mr. and Mrs. Pennington
A young couple's love and marriage are put to the test when they move to a small town in England

If I Have Four Apples

If I Have Four Apples
A classic children's picture book that teaches counting and basic math concepts through the imaginative story of sharing apples among friends.

The Green Years

The Green Years
"The Green Years" by A.J. Cronin is a coming-of-age novel that follows the life of an orphan named Robert Shannon. Set in Scotland, the story explores themes of family, education, and the journey to self-discovery.

A Tree Grows in Brooklyn

A Tree Grows in Brooklyn
Set in early 20th-century Brooklyn, the novel follows the coming-of-age story of a young girl named Francie Nolan. It explores themes of poverty, family, and the pursuit of education and dreams in a challenging urban environment.

Now in November

Now in November
A family drama novel depicting the challenges and struggles of a Midwestern farm family during the Great Depression.
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