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.
Sure. 'And Then There Were None' by Agatha Christie is a great start. It's a classic whodunit with a really clever plot. You'll be guessing until the very end. Another good one is 'The Cuckoo's Calling' by Robert Galbraith (J.K. Rowling). It has an engaging mystery and a likable detective. Also, 'The Da Vinci Code' by Dan Brown, while not strictly traditional crime fiction, has a lot of mystery and intrigue that will draw in beginners.
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.
You could start with 'Gomorrah' by Roberto Saviano. It's a very accessible read that exposes the real - life situation of the Neapolitan mafia. Another option is 'Almost Blue' by Carlo Lucarelli. It has a straightforward narrative style that is suitable for those new to Italian crime fiction. And don't forget 'The Sleep of Reason' by Gianrico Carofiglio which is also quite beginner - friendly.
'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.
Sure. 'Sherlock Holmes' stories by Arthur Conan Doyle are great for beginners. They are short, engaging, and Holmes' deductive reasoning is fascinating to follow.
For beginners, I'd suggest 'The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency' series by Alexander McCall Smith. The stories are set in Botswana and feature a female detective solving various local crimes in a very charming way. Another good option is 'The Cuckoo's Calling' by J.K. Rowling (writing as Robert Galbraith). It's a well - written crime novel with a likable detective and an interesting mystery.
Sure. 'The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes' by Arthur Conan Doyle is a great start. The short stories are easy to follow and introduce the brilliant detective Sherlock Holmes.
For beginners, 'Sherlock Holmes' short stories are great. They are easy to read and Holmes' deductive reasoning is really interesting. 'The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes' is a good collection to start with.