'And Then There Were None' by Agatha Christie is also good for beginners. It's a classic mystery thriller set on an isolated island. The plot is full of unexpected deaths and the search for the killer keeps you hooked.
There's 'The Monkey's Paw'. In this story, a family comes into possession of a magical monkey's paw that grants wishes, but each wish comes with a horrible and unforeseen consequence, leading to a series of terrifying events.
One classic is 'The Tell - Tale Heart' by Edgar Allan Poe. It's about a narrator who is haunted by the vulture - like eye of an old man and eventually kills him, only to be driven mad by the sound of the old man's still - beating heart. Another is 'The Monkey's Paw'. A family is given a cursed monkey's paw that grants wishes, but with terrible consequences. The third one could be 'Dracula' by Bram Stoker, which features the terrifying vampire Dracula and his blood - sucking escapades.
Sure. 'The Girl on the Train' is a good start. It has a simple yet engaging plot. A woman who commutes by train becomes involved in a mystery when she witnesses something strange. It's easy to follow and has enough twists to keep you interested.
One great thriller teller story is 'The Silence of the Lambs'. It has a brilliant and terrifying antagonist in Hannibal Lecter. His mind - games with Clarice Starling keep the audience on the edge of their seats.
For beginners, I'd recommend 'The Lottery'. It's not overly complex in terms of language but has a very disturbing concept that will introduce you to the world of psychological thrillers. Also, 'The Yellow Wallpaper' can be a great choice. It gives an in - depth look at a woman's mental breakdown in a somewhat accessible way.
Sure. 'Before I Go to Sleep' by S. J. Watson is a great start. It's about a woman who has amnesia and wakes up every day not remembering much. As she tries to piece together her past, she discovers some terrifying secrets. It's easy to follow and really gets you into the psychological thriller mood.
Sure. 'The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes' by Arthur Conan Doyle is a great start. It has short, easy - to - follow stories that are full of mystery and deduction. Another good one is 'The Woman in White' by Wilkie Collins. It has a great plot with lots of suspense. And 'And Then There Were None' by Agatha Christie is a classic thriller with a simple yet engaging mystery.
I would also recommend 'Big Little Lies' by Liane Moriarty. While it has elements of domestic drama, it also has a strong thriller aspect. It deals with the secrets and lies among a group of women and as the story progresses, there are some really tense moments that will keep a beginner engaged.
Agatha Christie's 'And Then There Were None' is also suitable for beginners. It's a well - crafted mystery set on an isolated island. Christie is a master of the genre, and this book has a great plot that keeps you guessing until the end.
One classic is 'The Tell - Tale Heart' by Edgar Allan Poe. It's about a man who kills an old man because he's unnerved by the old man's 'vulture - like' eye. The murderer hides the body under the floorboards, but he starts to hear the heartbeat of the dead man, which drives him to confess.