One good urban fantasy book that isn't detective fiction is 'American Gods' by Neil Gaiman. It delves into the idea of gods living among us in modern America. There are also the 'Mercy Thompson' series by Patricia Briggs. Mercy is a shape - shifter who gets involved in all kinds of supernatural situations that have nothing to do with detective work. And 'The Dresden Files' (but more on the side of urban fantasy rather than pure detective fiction) by Jim Butcher, where Harry Dresden is a wizard in a modern - day world filled with magic and danger.
One popular young adult urban fantasy that's not detective fiction is 'Throne of Glass' by Sarah J. Maas. It focuses on a young assassin's journey in a magical and dangerous world. 'Red Queen' by Victoria Aveyard is also great. It's about a world where people are divided by their blood color and there are all kinds of supernatural abilities, no detective elements involved. And don't forget 'The Hunger Games' - it may not seem like typical urban fantasy at first, but it has elements of a post - apocalyptic world with its own unique rules and politics, far from detective work.
I think 'The Girl in the Spider's Web' was quite popular. It had a built - in fan base from the previous books in the series and attracted new readers with its exciting plot twists.
Some great ones to start with are 'A Discovery of Witches' by Deborah Harkness. It has a great mix of magic, history, and romance. Another is 'The Dresden Files' series by Jim Butcher. Harry Dresden is a really cool wizard detective. And 'Neverwhere' by Neil Gaiman, which takes you on a wild adventure through the hidden London.
One great example is 'Neverwhere' by Neil Gaiman. It's set in a strange, hidden London beneath the real city, full of magical creatures and odd adventures. Another is 'The Dresden Files' series by Jim Butcher. It combines magic, mystery, and urban settings really well. And 'American Gods' also by Neil Gaiman is a fascinating read, exploring the idea of old gods in the modern, urban America.
The 'October Daye' series by Seanan McGuire is quite underrated. It follows a changeling in a world full of fae. Another is 'The Iron Druid Chronicles' by Kevin Hearne. It has a really unique take on druids in the modern world. And 'Shadow's Edge' by Brent Weeks, which combines elements of magic and a sort of noir - like urban setting.
One of the most famous detective fiction books is 'Sherlock Holmes' series by Arthur Conan Doyle. It features the brilliant detective Sherlock Holmes and his loyal friend Dr. Watson, solving complex mysteries in Victorian London.
One of the best is 'The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes' by Arthur Conan Doyle. Sherlock Holmes is a very famous detective, and these stories are full of mystery and brilliant deductions.
I would recommend 'The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo' by Stieg Larsson. It features a complex and engaging mystery. The characters are well - developed, and the plot keeps you on the edge of your seat with its twists and turns.