Can you recommend some good caper novels for beginners?

For beginners, 'The Great Train Robbery' is a great start. It's easy to follow and has a really engaging caper plot. 'The Italian Job' in novel form is also good. It has a simple yet exciting heist story that will introduce you to the world of comic caper novels. And 'The Cat Who...' series by Lilian Jackson Braun has some caper - like elements in a more light - hearted and accessible way.

Sure. 'The Postman Always Rings Twice' could be a good choice for beginners. It has a straightforward plot about a murder and an affair, but it's very well - written. 'The Friends of Eddie Coyle' is also great. It gives a good look into the criminal underworld in a way that's not too complicated. And 'The Killer Inside Me' is a good start too. It has a disturbing yet captivating story that can introduce new readers to the genre.

I'd recommend 'The Lady in the Lake' by Raymond Chandler. It has elements of a caper novel with a detective trying to solve a mystery that involves some devious characters and a lot of unexpected plot developments.

Another great one is 'The Eyre Affair' by Jasper Fforde. This novel plays with the idea of literary detective work in a very comical and out - of - the - box way. It's set in an alternate reality where literary characters can be kidnapped and such, and the main character's adventures are both exciting and humorous.

Some good caper novels include 'The Sting Man' by Robert B. Parker. It has a great plot full of twists and turns. Well, if you like a more humorous take on caper novels, 'The Big Oyster' by Mark Kurlansky is a good choice. It's set in New York and has a caper - like story that's really engaging. Also, 'The Friends of Eddie Coyle' by George V. Higgins is a classic in the genre. It shows the gritty side of criminal underworld while having an interesting caper plot.

One popular modern caper novel is 'Ocean's Eleven' by Jack Goldsmith. It tells the story of a group of thieves planning to rob multiple casinos in Las Vegas at the same time. Another is 'The Heist' by Daniel Silva. It involves a complex art theft.

One of the best is 'The Big Con' by David W. Maurer. It delves deep into the world of con artists and their elaborate schemes. Another great one is 'In Cold Blood' by Truman Capote. It's a nonfiction novel that reads like a caper as it details the crime and the investigation in a very engaging way. Also, 'The Informant' by Kurt Eichenwald is quite good. It tells the story of a corporate whistleblower which has elements of a caper with all the intrigue and deception involved.

You could start with 'A Study in Scarlet' which is the first Sherlock Holmes novel. It's a good introduction to the detective and his world. Then there's 'The Body in the Library' by Agatha Christie. It has a classic Christie - style mystery that is not too complex for those new to crime novels. And 'The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night - Time' by Mark Haddon, which is a unique crime - related story told from the perspective of a boy with autism.

Sure. 'The Legend of Drizzt' series is a great start. It has engaging characters and a well - developed world that's easy to get into. The first book, 'The Crystal Shard', is a good entry point. Another option is 'Dragonlance Chronicles'. It's a classic trilogy that's very accessible and has a straightforward story that still manages to be exciting and full of adventure. 'Forgotten Realms: The Haunted Lands' is also not too complex for beginners and can introduce you to the diverse elements of the DnD universe.

For beginners, 'The Stranger' is a great start. It's not too complex in its narrative but still packs a punch in terms of existential ideas. You can easily follow Meursault's story and start to understand concepts like the absurd.