For a more recent take, 'I'll Be Gone in the Dark' by Michelle McNamara is excellent. It focuses on the hunt for the Golden State Killer. McNamara was dedicated to solving this case and her book not only details the crimes but also her own investigation process. It's a gripping read that also gives hope as the killer was eventually caught.
Another good book is 'Helter Skelter' which is about the Manson Family murders. It delves deep into the mind of Charles Manson and his followers, and how they carried out those heinous crimes. The book also shows the shock and horror that spread through Los Angeles at that time.
Another great one is 'Big Little Lies' by Liane Moriarty. It combines elements of crime with the daily lives of women. The mystery unfolds gradually as we learn more about the characters and their secrets.
One great fiction crime book is 'The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo' by Stieg Larsson. It has a complex plot full of mystery and engaging characters. The story involves a journalist and a hacker investigating a decades - old disappearance, which leads them into a web of dark family secrets.
I also like 'Big Little Lies' by Liane Moriarty. While it may not be a traditional crime novel in the sense of a detective solving a murder, it has elements of mystery and crime within the context of a suburban community. The relationships between the characters are complex, and there are secrets that gradually unfold, leading to a dramatic conclusion.
Yes. 'The Killing Floor' by Lee Child is an excellent start to the Jack Reacher series. Reacher is a tough and smart character who gets involved in all kinds of crime - related situations. 'The Bone Collector' by Jeffery Deaver is also very engaging. The protagonist, Lincoln Rhyme, is a quadriplegic detective who uses his brilliant mind to solve crimes. 'The Black Dahlia' by James Ellroy is based on a real - life unsolved murder and is a dark and atmospheric crime novel.
I'd also recommend 'The Chain' by Adrian McKinty. It had a really interesting and terrifying premise. The idea of a kidnapping chain where parents are forced to kidnap another child to get their own back was a very unique concept in crime fiction in 2019.
I also recommend 'Serial'. It focuses on the case of Adnan Syed, who was convicted of murdering his ex - girlfriend. The podcast - turned - show is really interesting as it examines different aspects of the case, from the alibis to the witness testimonies.
One of the best real crime stories is the case of Ted Bundy. He was a serial killer who charmed his victims before brutally murdering them. His case is well - known for the extensive police investigations and the public's morbid fascination with his crimes.
Sure. 'The Plot' by Jean Hanff Korelitz is a great pick. It's about a writer who steals an idea for a book and then the chaos that ensues.
Sure. 'And Then There Were None' by Agatha Christie. It's a classic where ten people are lured to an island and then start getting killed one by one in a very mysterious way. Another is 'The Da Vinci Code' by Dan Brown. It has elements of murder and mystery related to religious secrets. 'The Bone Collector' by Jeffery Deaver is also good. The detective is a quadriplegic who uses his brilliant mind to solve murders.
Sure. 'The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo' by Stieg Larsson (although he's Swedish, the book is set in part in Britain) is a great read. It has a strong female lead, Lisbeth Salander, and a complex mystery involving a long - lost family secret and a series of murders. The book delves deep into the seedy underbelly of society.