The Greatest Bosnian, Colombian, Japanese "Fiction" Books Since 2000

Click to learn how this list is calculated.

This list represents a comprehensive and trusted collection of the greatest books. Developed through a specialized algorithm, it brings together 305 'best of' book lists to form a definitive guide to the world's most acclaimed books. For those interested in how these books are chosen, additional details can be found on the rankings page.

Filter by: Genres Dates Countries
Follow on:

Genres

Fiction

Add additional genre filters

Countries

Bosnian

Colombian

Japanese

Add additional country filters

Date Range

Filter

Reading Statistics

Click the button below to see how many of these books you've read!

Download

If you're interested in downloading this list as a CSV file for use in a spreadsheet application, you can easily do so by clicking the button below. Please note that to ensure a manageable file size and faster download, the CSV will include details for only the first 500 books.

Download
  1. 26. Jujutsu Kaisen by Gege Akutami

    In this dark fantasy manga series, a high school student is thrust into a hidden world of sorcery and spectral horrors when he swallows a cursed object to protect his friends. This act binds him to a powerful curse, and he must join a secret organization of Jujutsu Sorcerers to fight malevolent entities and collect the scattered pieces of the curse to prevent its malevolent power from wreaking havoc. As he undergoes rigorous training and battles, the student navigates a treacherous realm of sorcery, discovering his own latent abilities and the complex moral landscape of using curses to combat curses.

    The 10301st Greatest Book of All Time
  2. 27. An Orphan World by Giuseppe Caputo

    In this evocative novel, a father and son navigate the margins of a Latin American city, living in poverty and facing the dual threats of violence and social discrimination. Their bond is a source of strength and resilience as they confront the challenges of their precarious existence. The son, through a series of lyrical and poignant vignettes, explores his sexuality and seeks connection in a world that is often hostile to his desires. The narrative weaves a tapestry of love, loss, and longing, painting a portrait of a relationship that defies the darkness of their circumstances with moments of beauty and tenderness.

    The 10320th Greatest Book of All Time
  3. 28. Los Días Azules by Fernando Vallejo

    "Los Días Azules" is a reflective and autobiographical narrative that delves into the author's memories of his childhood and youth in Colombia. The book paints a vivid picture of the author's family life, the cultural and social environment of his upbringing, and the formative experiences that shaped his worldview. Through a series of poignant and often critical recollections, the author explores themes of love, loss, and the passage of time, all set against the backdrop of a country marked by political turmoil and societal change. The narrative is characterized by its lyrical prose and introspective tone, offering readers a deeply personal glimpse into the author's past and the moments that have defined his life's journey.

    The 10378th Greatest Book of All Time
  4. 29. The Curse of Chalion by Lois McMaster Bujold

    "The Curse of Chalion" is a fantasy novel that follows the story of Cazaril, a broken soldier and courtier, who returns to his homeland seeking refuge and a fresh start. He is hired as a tutor to the Royesse Iselle and her brother, the heir to the throne of Chalion. However, Cazaril soon finds himself embroiled in political intrigue and a curse that has plagued the royal family for generations. With the help of the gods, Cazaril must navigate the treacherous court and break the curse before it destroys the kingdom.

    The 10650th Greatest Book of All Time
  5. 30. The Book Of Form And Emptiness by Ruth Ozeki

    "The Book of Form and Emptiness" follows the journey of a young boy named Benny Oh who discovers an extraordinary ability to hear the voices of inanimate objects. As Benny navigates his complicated family dynamics and copes with the loss of his father, he becomes entangled with a cast of eccentric characters and finds solace in the companionship of the objects around him. This thought-provoking novel explores themes of grief, identity, and the power of imagination, ultimately challenging readers to reconsider their relationship with the material world.

    The 10794th Greatest Book of All Time
  6. 31. Evil And The Mask by Fuminori Nakamura

    This novel delves into the dark and complex world of a young man who is raised under the chilling belief that he is destined to be a "cancer" to the world, as per his father's sinister philosophy. Struggling with this cruel fate and the heavy burden of his family's expectations, he embarks on a journey that blurs the lines between good and evil, identity, and the possibility of redemption. Through his attempts to defy his destiny, the protagonist explores the depths of human nature, the concept of free will, and the capacity for change, leading readers on a gripping psychological exploration that questions the very essence of morality and the potential for transformation within us all.

    The 10927th Greatest Book of All Time

Reading Statistics

Click the button below to see how many of these books you've read!

Download

If you're interested in downloading this list as a CSV file for use in a spreadsheet application, you can easily do so by clicking the button below. Please note that to ensure a manageable file size and faster download, the CSV will include details for only the first 500 books.

Download