- “Snow Falling on Cedars” by David Guterson: This story takes place on the fictional island of San Piedro in Washington. It explores the aftermath of World War II and tackles themes of prejudice and justice.
- “Where’d You Go, Bernadette” by Maria Semple: Set in Seattle, this comedic novel follows the adventures of a quirky architect who goes missing, and her daughter’s efforts to find her.
- “Twilight” by Stephenie Meyer: The first book in the hugely popular vampire romance series is set in Forks, Washington. It tells the story of Bella Swan and her love triangle with vampire Edward Cullen and werewolf Jacob Black.
- “Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet” by Jamie Ford: This historical novel is set in Seattle during World War II and explores the relationship between a Chinese-American boy and a Japanese-American girl amid the internment of Japanese-Americans.
- “The Art of Racing in the Rain” by Garth Stein: This heartwarming tale is set in Seattle and narrated by an adorable and philosophical dog named Enzo who tells the story of his owner, a race car driver.
- “The Lone Ranger and Tonto Fistfight in Heaven” by Sherman Alexie: This collection of interconnected short stories is set in and around the Spokane Indian Reservation in Eastern Washington. It provides a glimpse into the lives of Native Americans in both humorous and poignant ways.
- “The Boys in the Boat” by Daniel James Brown: This non-fiction book is set in Seattle during the Great Depression and World War II. It tells the inspiring true story of the University of Washington’s rowing team and their quest for a gold medal at the 1936 Olympics in Berlin.
- “The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian” by Sherman Alexie: Another novel by Sherman Alexie, this young adult book is set in the Spokane Indian Reservation and follows the journey of a teenage boy, Arnold Spirit Jr., as he navigates between his reservation life and attending an all-white high school.
- “Seattle Noir” edited by Curt Colbert: A collection of short stories set in Seattle, this book delves into the dark and gritty side of the city, presenting a noirish take on its various neighbourhoods and inhabitants.
- “The Orchardist” by Amanda Coplin: Set in the early 20th century in rural Washington, this novel explores the life of a solitary orchardist and his encounters with two runaway pregnant teenagers, ultimately leading to unexpected connections and consequences.
WANDERLIST: Ten famous novels set in Washington State
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