Definitely. 'The Invisible Bridge' by Julie Orringer is a good choice. It has mystery elements in the story of a Hungarian Jew during WWII. 'The Light of Paris' by Eleanor Brown is also worth mentioning. It combines a modern - day story with a mystery from the Paris of WWII. And 'The Secret Wife' by Gill Paul is an interesting read. It delves into the secrets and mystery surrounding the Romanov family during the war.
Of course. 'The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society' by Mary Ann Shaffer and Annie Barrows is a charming WWII mystery novel. It's about the island of Guernsey under German occupation and the relationships and secrets there. 'The Baker's Daughter' by Sarah McCoy is also a great pick. It tells the story of a German baker's daughter and has mystery in the events that unfold during the war.
Sure. 'The Mystery of the Missing Mare' is a great one. It's about a cowboy who has to find his missing horse and along the way, there are lots of humorous situations. Another is 'Cowpoke Conundrums'. It has a really funny cowboy character who is always getting into trouble while trying to solve mysteries on the ranch. And 'Wild West Whodunit' is also quite good.
I would also recommend 'The Silence of the Lambs' by Thomas Harris. This novel features the iconic characters of Hannibal Lecter and Clarice Starling. The mystery of the serial killer known as 'Buffalo Bill' and the psychological cat - and - mouse game between Starling and Lecter make it a gripping read. It's not just a mystery but also a deep exploration of the human psyche.
One of the best is 'The Man in the High Castle' by Philip K. Dick. It presents a fascinating alternate history where the Axis powers won WWII. Another great one is 'Maus' by Art Spiegelman, which uses a unique graphic novel format to tell a story of the Holocaust. And 'All the Light We Cannot See' by Anthony Doerr is also highly recommended. It weaves a beautiful story of a blind French girl and a German boy during the war.
On the Goodreads list of WWII novels, 'The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society' is a charming one. It shows how books and literature can bring people together even in the difficult times of the war. 'Code Name Verity' is another remarkable novel. It delves into the world of female spies during WWII. And 'Maus' by Art Spiegelman is a unique graphic novel that tells the story of the Holocaust in a very different and impactful way.
For beginners, 'The Westing Game' by Ellen Raskin is a great start. It has an engaging mystery about a will and a group of people trying to figure out the puzzles within it. It's not too complex but still very interesting. Another good one is 'Nancy Drew: The Secret of the Old Clock'. It's a simple yet fun mystery with the young detective Nancy Drew solving puzzles.
In recent times, 'Lock Every Door' by Riley Sager is a great murder mystery. It's set in a luxury apartment building with a lot of secrets. The protagonist uncovers some really dark and dangerous things while trying to solve the mystery of what's going on in the building. And 'The Guest List' by Lucy Foley is also a popular recent murder mystery that takes place at a wedding on an island, with lots of secrets and lies among the guests.
Definitely. 'The Woman in the Window' by A. J. Finn. It's a psychological thriller - type mystery where the main character, an agoraphobic woman, believes she has witnessed a crime from her window. It's full of tension and keeps you on the edge of your seat. Also, 'Before the Fall' by Noah Hawley is interesting. It starts with a plane crash and then delves into the mystery of what really happened leading up to the crash.
Sure. 'We Need to Talk About Kevin' is a great one. It explores the psychological state of a mother trying to understand her son who has committed a heinous crime. It makes you question nature vs. nurture and the psychological development of a child in a disturbing yet fascinating way.
Sure. 'Zuleika Dobson' by Max Beerbohm is a notable Oxford novel. It's a satirical look at Oxford life, full of humor and clever observations about the students and the university's social scene.
Sure. 'The Cruel Sea' by Nicholas Monsarrat is a great choice. It's a gripping account of the Battle of the Atlantic. It shows the hardships faced by the Royal Navy sailors, from the harsh weather to the constant threat of U - boats.