If you're new to urban crime novels, you might like 'In the Woods' by Tana French. It has a mystery that unfolds in an urban - adjacent area. The writing is accessible and the plot is full of intrigue. Another option is 'The Stranger' by Harlan Coben. It has elements of crime and mystery set in an urban context and is written in a way that is easy for beginners to follow.
For beginners, I'd recommend 'The Maltese Falcon'. It's a classic that shows the essence of the crime genre. Another one is 'And Then There Were None' by Agatha Christie. It has a simple yet captivating plot that can draw in new readers. 'In Cold Blood' can also be a good choice as it gives an idea of how real - life events can be turned into a gripping crime story.
Sure. 'And Then There Were None' by Agatha Christie is a great start. It has a simple yet engaging premise where ten strangers are lured to an island and then start getting killed one by one. The mystery is easy to follow for beginners.
For beginners, 'The Stranger Beside Me' by Ann Rule could be a good choice. Rule was actually friends with Ted Bundy, which adds a unique and chilling perspective to the story of one of America's most notorious serial killers.
Another good one for beginners is 'And Then There Were None' by Agatha Christie. It has a simple yet engaging premise of ten people being killed one by one on an isolated island, and Christie's writing style is very accessible.
For beginners, 'Sherlock Holmes' stories are a must - try. Although they were written a long time ago, they are classic historical fiction crime stories. 'The Alienist' is also quite accessible. It gives a vivid picture of 19th - century New York while presenting a gripping crime mystery. Also, 'The Name of the Rose' can be a good choice as it combines historical setting with an engaging crime plot.
Sure. 'The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes' by Arthur Conan Doyle is a great start. It features the iconic detective Sherlock Holmes and his sidekick Watson. The stories are short and engaging, introducing readers to the basic elements of crime - solving in a Victorian setting.
Sure. 'The Da Vinci Code' is a great starting point. It has a fast - paced plot full of mystery and crime that takes readers on a journey across different locations. Another good one is 'The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency'. It's set in Botswana and has a charming and easy - to - follow story about a female detective solving various cases.
Sure. 'And Then There Were None' by Agatha Christie is a great start. It has a simple yet engaging plot where ten strangers are lured to an island and are killed one by one. It's easy to follow and will introduce you to Christie's classic mystery - writing style.
I'd also recommend 'Crooked Letter, Crooked Letter' by Tom Franklin. It has elements of crime and the relationship between the two main characters has some comical undertones. It's a great introduction to the genre.
Sure. 'The Brokenwood Mysteries' series is a great start. It has simple yet interesting crime plots that are easy to follow. The characters are also very likeable. Another good one is 'The Luminaries' which, despite its complexity, is written in a way that draws you in and helps you understand the world of NZ crime fiction.