Can you recommend some african crime novels?

Another great one is 'The Number 1 Ladies' Detective Agency' by Alexander McCall Smith. It's set in Botswana, which is close to South Africa. The main character, Precious Ramotswe, is a charming and astute detective who solves various cases in a unique and heartwarming way. The books offer a great look into the African way of life along with the crime - solving aspect.

Sure. 'Cotton Comes to Harlem' by Chester Himes is a classic African American crime novel. It tells the story of two Harlem detectives trying to solve a case related to a bale of cotton that everyone seems to be after. Also, 'Invisible Man' by Ralph Ellison, while not strictly a crime novel in the traditional sense, has elements of crime and the exploration of African American identity within a society full of challenges and sometimes criminal elements.

One well - known South African crime fiction book is 'Devil's Peak' by Deon Meyer. It features a complex plot and engaging characters set against the backdrop of Cape Town.

One well - known author is Deon Meyer. His works are known for their detailed descriptions of South African settings and the complex web of crimes he weaves. Margie Orford is also popular. Her crime fiction not only tells engaging crime stories but also shines a light on important social and political issues in South Africa. And then there's Roger Smith, who creates gritty and often violent crime stories that are set in the South African context.

Of course. 'A Grain of Wheat' by Ngugi wa Thiong'o is an important African novel. It focuses on the lives of Kenyans during the struggle for independence. 'Waiting for the Barbarians' by J. M. Coetzee, although the author is South African, the novel also has a lot to do with African themes. And 'So Long a Letter' by Mariama Bâ from Senegal, which is a story about female friendship and the challenges faced by women in Senegal.

One great African novel is 'Things Fall Apart' by Chinua Achebe. It offers a profound look into pre - colonial Igbo society and the impact of colonialism. Another is 'Half of a Yellow Sun' by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie which tells the story of the Biafran War.

One of the best African novels is 'Things Fall Apart' by Chinua Achebe. It vividly depicts the Igbo society in Nigeria before the arrival of the Europeans and the subsequent disruption. Another great one is 'Half of a Yellow Sun' by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, which tells the story of the Biafran War through the lives of its characters. And 'The Joys of Motherhood' by Buchi Emecheta is also highly regarded as it explores the experiences of a Nigerian woman in a patriarchal society.

Sure. 'Aya: Life in Yop City' is a great one. It gives a vivid portrayal of life in Ivory Coast in the 1970s. The art is colorful and detailed, and the storylines are engaging, full of family drama, friendship, and the everyday lives of the characters.

One of the best African novels is 'Things Fall Apart' by Chinua Achebe. It beautifully depicts the Igbo society in Nigeria before the arrival of the Europeans and how colonialism disrupted their way of life.

One African horror novel is 'The Ghost Bride' by Yangsze Choo. Although the author is Malaysian - Chinese, it is set in a world influenced by Asian and African superstitions. Another is 'My Soul to Keep' by Tananarive Due, which delves into themes of immortality and the African - American experience with a touch of horror.