Sure. 'In Cold Blood' by Truman Capote. It's a non - fictional crime novel that reads like a thriller. It details the real - life murder of a family in Kansas, exploring the motives and backgrounds of the killers.
Then there's 'The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency' by Alexander McCall Smith. It's a bit different as it focuses on a female detective in Botswana. The novels are charming, with a touch of African culture and a lot of small - town mysteries.
Another great one is 'The Big Sleep' by Raymond Chandler. It's a classic noir crime novel with a hard - boiled detective, Philip Marlowe. The story is filled with seedy characters and a convoluted mystery in the underbelly of Los Angeles.
A great one is 'The Secret History' by Donna Tartt. It's a bit different in that it focuses on a group of students involved in a murder within an academic setting. The atmosphere and the slow - burning mystery make it a must - read.
Sure. 'The Plot' by Jean Hanff Korelitz is a good one. It's about a writer who steals an idea for a novel and then strange things start to happen. It keeps you on the edge of your seat.
Some well - known ones could be 'The Big Sleep' by Raymond Chandler. It's a classic with its hard - boiled detective Marlowe and a complex web of mystery and crime.
Sure. 'Pride and Prejudice' is one of them. It's a classic love story that explores themes of class, marriage, and first impressions in a very engaging way. The characters are well - developed and the dialogue is sharp and witty.
Some of the 'guardian best crime novels' might include 'The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo' by Stieg Larsson. It has a complex plot full of mystery and engaging characters. The story dives deep into a web of family secrets and corporate corruption.
Sure. One of the popular ones might be 'The Cartel' by Don Winslow. It's a gritty and intense crime novel that delves deep into the world of drug cartels, with complex characters and a fast - paced plot that keeps readers on the edge of their seats.
Sure. 'The Big Sleep' by Raymond Chandler is a great one from that list. It has a really complex and engaging detective story.
Sure. 'The Plot' by Jean Hanff Korelitz is a great pick. It's about a writer who steals an idea for a book and then the chaos that ensues.
Sure. One of the great ones from that list could be 'The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo'. It has a complex mystery with a strong female lead, Lisbeth Salander, who is a hacker. The story is full of twists and turns as she and journalist Mikael Blomkvist dig into a decades - old disappearance case.
Sure. 'The Chalk Man' by C. J. Tudor was a great one. It's a story that jumps between the past and the present, centering around a group of friends who find chalk drawings that seem to be related to a series of disturbing events. The mystery unfolds slowly and keeps you guessing throughout.