best books in every genre

No. For a romance novel, starting with the first encounter between the two protagonists can be great. But for a horror novel, perhaps beginning with a spooky event or a sense of foreboding is better. In a mystery, it might be best to start with the discovery of a mystery that needs to be solved.

For mystery lovers, 'Gone, Baby, Gone' by Dennis Lehane is a great choice. It's set in Boston and the plot is full of twists and turns. If you like historical fiction, 'Johnny Tremain' by Esther Forbes is excellent. It takes you back to the Revolutionary War era in Boston. For a more modern take on the city, 'The Art Forger' by B. A. Shapiro is a good pick. It's set in the contemporary art scene in Boston.

Sherlock Holmes stories, like 'The Hound of the Baskervilles', are excellent murder books in fiction. Holmes' deductive reasoning is fascinating as he solves the mystery of a terrifying hound that seems to be involved in a murder. Doyle's writing creates a great atmosphere of mystery.

In my opinion, 'The Compleat Angler' by Izaak Walton is a top choice. It's an old - fashioned but charming work that combines fishing knowledge with fictional elements. It gives a sense of what fishing was like in earlier times.

For teen fiction, 'The Book Thief' by Markus Zusak is a powerful book. It's narrated by Death and set during World War II, following a young girl's love for books. 'A Wrinkle in Time' by Madeleine L'Engle is a classic. It's a science - fiction adventure that takes the main characters across different dimensions. 'Fangirl' by Rainbow Rowell is a great book for teens, especially those who are into fan fiction.

One great basketball fiction book is 'The Basketball Diaries' by Jim Carroll. It gives a raw and personal look into the life of a young basketball player dealing with various challenges in New York City.

Some might also consider 'A Nanny for All Seasons' as a great nanny fiction book. It has a lot of heart and shows the nanny's journey through different family situations. It can be quite relatable for those who work in similar caregiving roles.

One of the best genre fiction books is 'The Lord of the Rings' by J.R.R. Tolkien. It's a high - fantasy epic that takes readers on a grand adventure through Middle - earth. Another great one is '1984' by George Orwell, which is a dystopian classic. And 'Pride and Prejudice' by Jane Austen is an excellent example of a romantic genre fiction book.

A good one is 'Charmed' by Paul Ruditis. It's based on the popular TV show and has all the fun witchcraft elements from the series. Another great choice is 'Witch Child' by Celia Rees. It's about a young girl who is a witch and her journey in a new land. And 'The Burning' by Jane Casey is also a good pick. It has a witchcraft - related mystery that keeps you hooked.

One great Norse mythology fiction book is 'Norse Mythology' by Neil Gaiman. It retells the classic Norse myths in a very engaging way. The prose is beautiful and it makes the ancient stories accessible to modern readers.