I recently found 'Educated' by Tara Westover to be a profound read due to its raw depiction of a woman's journey from being raised in a strict, isolated environment to pursuing higher education, a narrative that strikingly illustrates the transformative power of knowledge and resilience.
The best book I've read recently is 'Dune' by Frank Herbert, and I enjoyed it because of its intricate world-building, complex characters, and the thought-provoking themes of political intrigue, environmentalism, and human potential.