What are some of the best serial killer mystery novels?

One popular mystery serial killer novel is 'The Silence of the Lambs' by Thomas Harris. It features the brilliant and terrifying serial killer Hannibal Lecter. Another is 'Red Dragon' also by Harris, which introduced the character of Lecter. 'Gone Girl' by Gillian Flynn can also be considered in a sense, as it has elements of mystery and a very complex, somewhat 'killer' - like character in Amy.

One popular serial killer mystery novel is 'The Silence of the Lambs' by Thomas Harris. It features the brilliant and terrifying Dr. Hannibal Lecter.

Some of the best are 'The Stranger Beside Me' by Ann Rule. It's a true - crime novel about Ted Bundy, written by someone who knew him. It gives a chilling insight into the mind of a real - life serial killer. 'Pretty Girls' by Karin Slaughter is also very good. It's a dark and intense mystery about two sisters trying to find out what happened to their sister, which may be linked to a serial killer. 'The Dry' by Jane Harper is set in a small Australian town and has a mystery that could be related to a serial killer.

One of the best is 'The Silence of the Lambs' by Thomas Harris. It features the iconic character Hannibal Lecter, a brilliant and terrifying serial killer. The cat - and - mouse game between FBI agent Clarice Starling and Lecter is gripping.

Thomas Harris is very well - known for his serial killer novels like 'The Silence of the Lambs' and 'Red Dragon'. James Patterson is also a big name, with books like 'Kiss the Girls'. Stieg Larsson is famous for 'The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo'.

James Patterson has also written some serial killer mystery novels. His works often have fast - paced plots and are full of suspense. He is known for creating complex and engaging stories that keep readers guessing.

One of the best is 'The Silence of the Lambs' by Thomas Harris. It features the iconic character Hannibal Lecter. The cat - and - mouse game between Clarice Starling and Lecter is gripping.

One of the best is 'The Silence of the Lambs' by Thomas Harris. It features the brilliant and terrifying Dr. Hannibal Lecter. The cat - and - mouse game between Clarice Starling and Lecter is gripping.

Often, they have a strong sense of place. Ireland's unique landscapes and cultural elements are often woven into the story. For example, the small villages or the big cities like Dublin can play a role in the mystery.

One of the best is 'The Silence of the Lambs' by Thomas Harris. It features the brilliant and terrifying Hannibal Lecter. Another great one is 'Red Dragon' also by Harris, which introduced the character of Lecter. 'American Psycho' by Bret Easton Ellis is also a well - known serial killer thriller novel.