It's been a great year for books. From new books by our favourite authors to noteworthy debuts — a variety of books have been published this year. Keeping up with the must-read books can be an overwhelming venture. So, here are some books, that have been published this year and featured on the New York Times Bestsellers list, you might want to add to your reading list.

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Most engaging novels of 2019

Blowout: Corrupted Democracy, Rogue State Russia, and the Richest, Most Destructive Industry on Earth by Rachel Maddow

In her book, Maddow uses her characteristic black humour to expose the riches and reserves of those involved in the oil and gas industry. Maddow takes a stand for democracy, demonstrating how stopping the wealth subsidies of those involved in this industry is the only way to achieve a semblance of economic balance and transparency.

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Educated by Tara Westover

This book has been named one of the top 10 best novels to read in 2019. The story traces the journey of the author, who, along with her family of survivalists, had to go through a series of ordeals to receive an education. Her story is heart-warming and resonates with millions of other readers who find themselves in similar situations.

Tough Love: My Story of the Things Worth Fighting For by Susan Rice

Written by Susan E Rice, an adviser to former US President Barack Obama, this story narrates the author's experiences as a woman of colour in her country, right from her childhood to the point where she held one of the most prestigious posts in American politics. Her personal accounts are interspersed with intriguing details about the complex mechanics of the issues faced by the United States in the past few years. The book makes an appeal to the American public to do away with differences for the sake of greater democracy.

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Over the Top: A Raw Journey to Self-Love by Jonathan Van Ness

Today, Jonathan Van Ness is ruling over millions of hearts with his cheerful persona in Netflix’s Queer Eye, but things were not always so golden for the star. Growing up in a small Midwestern town, Van Ness had to battle with curiosity and ridicule because of his resplendent personality. His journey from hatred to self-acceptance is beautifully recorded in this memoir, full of anecdotes, quips, and one-liners that would be enough to keep the reader hooked.

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