The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo by Stieg Larsson
If you’re looking for a gripping murder mystery novel, you can’t go wrong with The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo. The novel tells the story of Mikael Blomkvist, a journalist who is hired to investigate the disappearance of a young woman. Along the way, he teams up with Lisbeth Salander, a skilled hacker with a troubled past. Together, they uncover a shocking conspiracy that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very end.
The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides
The Silent Patient is a psychological thriller that will keep you guessing until the final pages. The novel follows Theo Faber, a psychotherapist who is determined to help Alicia Berenson, a famous artist who has been convicted of murdering her husband. Alicia has not spoken a word since the murder, which only adds to the mystery. As Theo delves deeper into Alicia’s past, he begins to uncover some shocking secrets.
The No. 1 Ladies’ Detective Agency by Alexander McCall Smith
For a murder mystery novel with a more lighthearted tone, check out The No. 1 Ladies’ Detective Agency. The novel follows Precious Ramotswe, the first female detective in Botswana. Using her wit and intuition, Precious tackles a variety of cases, including a missing child and a cheating husband. The novel is charming, humorous, and heartwarming, making it a great choice for anyone looking for a cozy mystery.
The Cuckoo’s Calling by Robert Galbraith (J.K. Rowling)
The Cuckoo’s Calling is the first book in the Cormoran Strike series, written by J.K. Rowling under the pseudonym Robert Galbraith. The novel follows private investigator Cormoran Strike as he investigates the supposed suicide of a famous supermodel. As Strike delves deeper into the case, he discovers some dark secrets about the victim and her inner circle.
The Murder of Roger Ackroyd by Agatha Christie
No list of murder mystery novels would be complete without mentioning Agatha Christie, the queen of the genre. The Murder of Roger Ackroyd is one of Christie’s most famous novels, and for good reason. The novel tells the story of retired detective Hercule Poirot as he investigates the murder of a wealthy man. The novel is full of twists and turns, and the ending is sure to leave you shocked.
