John Irving's Best Books (Best Book Recommendations)

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John Irving's Best Books

John Irving's had an interesting career. His first few books were good... but a little odd. And then he wrote the three masterpieces below -- each of which are worthy of being read at least twice. And then? Every book since has been no better than just "ok". Bottom line, if you haven't read the books below, do so.

	The World According to Garp by John Irving Amazon readers say: "Black comedy shines bright." "Completely human - loved it!" "Engaging, funny, and poignant." "It made me laugh while at the same time, cry." 464 page paperback \|$10.17 \|284 reviews This book also appears on John Irving: A Complete Bibliography


	The Cider House Rules by John Irving Amazon readers say: "Speechless, fantastic, brilliant." "Heartwarming... realistic... in-depth... beautifully written." "John irving really hit the jackpot with this one." "One of the greatest american novels of all time." 576 page paperback \|$10.17 \|347 reviews This book also appears on Peter Steinberg's Favorite Novels and John Irving: A Complete Bibliography


	A Prayer for Owen Meany by John Irving Amazon readers say: "Excellent novel told on a grand scale." "The best book I have ever read, even the third time." "Put simply: the best." "Graham Greene's successor." 560 page paperback \|$10.17 \|1,061 reviews This book also appears on John Irving: A Complete Bibliography

Ok, now that you've read the list, if you're an Irving fan you're probably asking why "The Hotel New Hampshire" is missing. "The Hotel New Hampshire" is good.