Can you recommend some crime science fiction books for beginners?

For beginners, I'd suggest 'The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency' series by Alexander McCall Smith. The stories are set in Botswana and feature a female detective solving various local crimes in a very charming way. Another good option is 'The Cuckoo's Calling' by J.K. Rowling (writing as Robert Galbraith). It's a well - written crime novel with a likable detective and an interesting mystery.

Sure. 'The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes' by Arthur Conan Doyle is a great start. The short stories are easy to follow and introduce the brilliant detective Sherlock Holmes.

Sure. 'And Then There Were None' by Agatha Christie is a great start. It's a classic whodunit with a really clever plot. You'll be guessing until the very end. Another good one is 'The Cuckoo's Calling' by Robert Galbraith (J.K. Rowling). It has an engaging mystery and a likable detective. Also, 'The Da Vinci Code' by Dan Brown, while not strictly traditional crime fiction, has a lot of mystery and intrigue that will draw in beginners.

For beginners, I'd recommend 'The Likeness' by Tana French. The writing is engaging and the plot is full of mystery. It's about a detective who gets involved in a strange case. Also, 'The Dark I Know Well' by Arlene Hunt is a good choice. It has a clear - cut mystery and a strong lead character, which makes it accessible for those new to Irish crime fiction.

You could also try 'The Ministry for the Future' by Kim Stanley Robinson. While it has some complex ideas about climate change and the future, it's presented in a way that's easy to follow. It gives a good introduction to how science fiction can be used to explore real - world issues in a speculative way.

For beginners, 'Artemis' by Andy Weir is quite suitable. It's set in a relatively easy - to - understand lunar environment. The story is full of action and the main character is relatable. Also, 'Lifel1k3' by Jay Kristoff has a simple enough premise for new science fiction readers. It starts with a young girl and her relationship with a robot, and then unfolds into a bigger adventure with some thought - provoking ideas about AI.

Sure. 'The Boy Who Steals Houses' by C. G. Drews has some science - fiction elements and is easy to get into. It's a story about a boy with a difficult past and a strange new situation. Another option could be 'A Boy Called Christmas' by Matt Haig. It has a bit of a magical, almost science - fiction - like feel in its world - building. And 'The Merciful Crow' by Margaret Owen also has elements that are accessible for beginners in the sci - fi genre, with its unique society and characters.

Sure. 'Nancy Drew' series is a great start. It's easy to read and has exciting mysteries for beginners. Another one is 'Encyclopedia Brown' which is also very accessible and fun.

Sure. 'The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes' is a great start. The stories are short and engaging, and you can easily follow Holmes' brilliant deductions. Another good one is 'The Westing Game' by Ellen Raskin. It has an interesting mystery plot that is not too complex for beginners and has a diverse set of characters. 'A Study in Scarlet', also part of the Sherlock Holmes series, is a good pick as it sets the foundation for Holmes' character and his methods of solving crimes.

Sure. 'Sherlock Holmes' short stories are great for beginners. They are easy to read and Holmes' logical deductions are really interesting. For example, 'A Scandal in Bohemia' is a short and exciting one. Another good choice is 'The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency' by Alexander McCall Smith. It has a simple and charming style, following the adventures of a female detective in Botswana.