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.
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.
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.
Sure. 'The Godfather' is a classic. It's not just about crime; it's about family, power, and loyalty in the context of the mob. The writing is so engaging that you feel like you're part of the Corleone family. The descriptions of the mob business, the meetings, and the vendettas are all really well - done.
Sure. 'The Devil in the White City' by Erik Larson is excellent. It combines the true story of the 1893 Chicago World's Fair with the real - life serial killer H. H. Holmes. It's a fascinating blend of historical events and true crime. Another one is 'The Girls' by Emma Cline. Based on the Manson Family murders, it tells the story from the perspective of a girl who gets involved with a cult - like group on the brink of violence.
Sure. 'The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo' by Stieg Larsson is a best seller. It has a dark and gritty story set in Sweden, with a strong female lead who is a hacker. The mystery involves a decades - old disappearance and a web of secrets.
Sure. 'The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes' is a great start. The stories are short and engaging, and you can easily follow Holmes' brilliant deductions. Another good one is 'The Westing Game' by Ellen Raskin. It has an interesting mystery plot that is not too complex for beginners and has a diverse set of characters. 'A Study in Scarlet', also part of the Sherlock Holmes series, is a good pick as it sets the foundation for Holmes' character and his methods of solving crimes.
Sure. 'The Silence of the Lambs' is a top choice. It has a terrifying serial killer and an intelligent FBI agent. The way the story unfolds keeps you on the edge of your seat. It's a great example of how to blend true crime elements like criminal profiling with fictional storytelling.