Top Book Recommendations of 2023: Readers, Critics, and Staff Picks
Readers of The New York Times share their favorite books of 2023, including "The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store" by James McBride and "The Wager" by David Grann. Other notable mentions include "Lessons in Chemistry," "Demon Copperhead," "Biography of X," "Girlfriend on Mars," "Absolution," "In Memoriam," "Holly," "Small Mercies," "Let Us Descend," "Maame," and "Moonrise Over New Jessup." Some readers also express appreciation for the book lists and comment sections, while others suggest including more books from small presses and publishers abroad.
