I'd recommend 'The Moonstone' by Wilkie Collins. It is often considered one of the first detective novels in the English language. It has a great mystery involving a stolen diamond. Another option is 'A Great Deliverance' by Elizabeth George. Her novels are known for their well - developed characters and intricate plots, and this one is a good entry point into her work which is very much in the British crime novel tradition.
Sure. 'The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes' by Arthur Conan Doyle is a great start. It's easy to read and has many short stories that introduce the amazing detective skills of Sherlock Holmes. Another good one is 'The 39 Steps' by John Buchan. It has an exciting plot full of adventure and mystery.
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 Adventures of Sherlock Holmes' by Arthur Conan Doyle is a great start. The short stories are easy to follow and introduce you to the world of crime-solving through the brilliant detective, Sherlock Holmes.
A good choice for beginners could be 'Case Histories' by Kate Atkinson. It weaves together different crime cases in an interesting way. Also, 'A Study in Scarlet' by Arthur Conan Doyle is a must - read. It's the first story to introduce Sherlock Holmes, and his deductive reasoning is fascinating to follow, which is a great introduction to the world of British crime fiction.
For beginners, 'Case Histories' by Kate Atkinson is a wonderful choice. It combines multiple mysteries in one story and is written in a very accessible style. The characters are well - drawn and the plots are engaging. 'The Ice House' by Minette Walters is also good. It's about a woman who discovers a body in an ice house on her property. The mystery unfolds slowly, which is great for those new to the genre as they can follow along easily. And 'The Suspicions of Mr Whicher' by Kate Summerscale is based on a true crime case and is a very interesting read for those starting to explore British crime novels.
I would recommend 'The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes'. It's a great starting point as the stories are relatively short and easy to follow. The characters are well - known and iconic. You get introduced to the world of British crime fiction with its Victorian - era settings and the classic detective - sidekick dynamic.
Sure. 'The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes' is a great start for beginners. The stories are relatively short and easy to follow, and you can enjoy Holmes' amazing detective skills. Another good one is 'The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency' by Alexander McCall Smith. It has a warm - hearted and accessible style. Also, 'Murder on the Orient Express' by Agatha Christie is a classic that's not too complex for new readers.
'Big Little Lies' by Liane Moriarty also works well for beginners. It combines elements of crime with the everyday lives of women. The psychological aspects come out as the story unfolds, especially in the relationships between the characters and how they hide their secrets. It's not too complex but still engaging.
You might also like 'The Ice Princess' as it has a relatively straightforward mystery plot that is set in a very Swedish context, which can be interesting for those new to Swedish crime novels. It combines elements of a small - town mystery with family secrets and relationships.
For beginners, I'd recommend 'The Cuckoo's Calling' by Robert Galbraith (J.K. Rowling). It has a well - crafted mystery, a likable detective, Cormoran Strike. 'The Poet' by Michael Connelly is also a good choice. The plot is full of suspense and it gives a good introduction to the crime fiction genre. And 'A is for Alibi' by Sue Grafton. Kinsey Millhone, the detective in the story, is a strong and independent character, and the story is a great example of a private - eye mystery.