Books

This list of books are ONLY the books that have been ranked on the lists that are aggregated on this site. This is not a comprehensive list of all books by this author.

1. 1. The Shadow Year

   

   In "The Shadow Year," a coming-of-age tale is woven around a young boy and his siblings as they navigate the complexities of childhood in 1960s suburban America. The novel captures the essence of innocence and the loss thereof, as the siblings create a miniature replica of their town in their basement, which becomes a fantastical escape from reality. However, their make-believe world is threatened by a series of mysterious and sinister events in their actual town, leading them to confront a creeping darkness that parallels their transition from the simplicity of childhood to the murkier shades of adult life. The story is a poignant exploration of memory, reality, and the shadows that linger at the edges of innocence.

   The 9646th Greatest Book of All Time

2. 2. The Physiognomy

   

   In this dark fantasy novel, the protagonist is a morally dubious "physiognomist"—an individual who judges and manipulates people based on their physical features, believing these traits reveal character and destiny. He serves a repressive regime, using his skills to maintain order until a series of events challenges his beliefs and leads him on a surreal journey through bizarre landscapes and encounters with strange creatures. As he confronts the consequences of his past actions and the flawed science he once trusted, he is forced to reckon with his own identity and the possibility of redemption. The narrative blends elements of steampunk and grotesque imagery, creating a unique and thought-provoking exploration of power, science, and human nature.

   The 10532nd Greatest Book of All Time