Which is the best Hadith book in English for a layman?

Answer

One of the greatest evils of our times is the translation of Hadith books into English. Ignoramuses using these books have set themselves up as authorities of the Shariah and ruin their Imaan with their haraam and baseless opinions. Since you are not an Aalim of the Deen, abstain from these books and save your Imaan and peace of mind. Do not be cast into confusion by issues for which you are not qualified.