Carl-Johan Vallgren tops critics' list of best current books

Critics have selected the best books currently available, with Carl-Johan Vallgren’s autobiographical novel, “Kärleken,” taking the top spot. The work is described as a tender story exploring the transition from intense love to illness and grief.

Other highly rated titles include Mikael Yvesand’s “Ha en nice dag,” Karolina Ramqvist’s “Nattsäsong,” and Anne Carson’s essay collection “Fel Norma.” The list also features Mattias Timander’s “Lämmelvalsen,” Claire Keegan’s short story collection “Antarktis,” Suzanne Brøgger’s “Mischling,” Aris Fioretos’s “Yellow,” and Mary Beard’s “På tal om klassiker.”