7 Great Detective Novels Worth Investigating

Dimpy Bhatt
Oct 07, 2024

Triple Cross

James Patterson's Triple Cross introduces acclaimed investigator Alex Cross, who faces a murderer who records his actions, offering fast-paced plot twists and action for fans.

The Complete Sherlock Holmes

Sherlock Holmes, a renowned detective, is portrayed in this collection of four novels and 56 short stories, showcasing his genius and preserving the genre's heritage.

Havana Red

Havana Red, Leonardo Padura's first book, takes readers to 1990s Havana, where Inspector Mario Conde solves a murder, uncovers corruption, and pursues his writing aspirations.

The Maltese Falcon

Dashiell Hammett's hardboiled detective fiction, The Maltese Falcon, follows Sam Spade and Miles Archer as they investigate a murder and double-crossing involving a valuable artifact.

The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo

Stieg Larsson's classic, The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo, follows Mikael Blomkvist, a disgraced journalist, as he investigates his niece Harriet's disappearance and uncovers family secrets.

The Snowman

Jo Nesbø's The Snowman is a Scandinavian noir thriller featuring intricate characters and narrative twists, narrating detective Harry Hole's investigation of a serial murderer.

Murder on the Orient Express

Christie's Hercule Poirot solves a murder on the Orient Express, involving passengers like Caroline Hubbard, Greta Ohlsson, Natalia Dragomiroff, and Samuel Ratchet, making it a classic detective book.

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