I really loved "The Fountainhead." I don't really believe in Ayn Rand's philosphy, but she was a good writer and it's just a good story. I remember getting swept up in that book and what would happen next.
Other books that were very engrossing:
-To Kill A Mockingbird
-Lonesome Dove
-The Handmaid's Tale
-War and Peace (It took awhile to get into, but once you get into it it's SO good)
I plan on reading Jane Austen when it comes in the mail from
Amazon. I ordered three of her books. I can't believe I haven't read any of her books yet.