Can you recommend some from the '100 best action novels'?

Sure. 'The Martian' by Andy Weir is a great action - filled novel. The main character has to use his wits and engineering skills to survive on Mars, which creates a lot of tense and exciting moments. Another one is 'The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo' by Stieg Larsson. The investigation process is full of twists and turns and some violent confrontations. And 'The Three Musketeers' by Alexandre Dumas. It has sword fights, daring rescues, and lots of swashbuckling action.

I would recommend 'The Hunt for Red October'. The entire premise of a Soviet submarine trying to defect to the US while being chased by their own navy is exciting. There are a lot of technical details about submarines that add to the authenticity of the action. It's a classic action novel that's hard to put down.

Sure. 'Kiss of Snow' by Nalini Singh. It's set in a world of Psy, changelings, and humans. The story has lots of action, including battles between different factions. The romance between Hawke and Sienna is intense. They come from different worlds, Hawke being a changeling alpha and Sienna a Psy with unique powers, and their relationship development is filled with passion and obstacles.

Sure. 'The Da Vinci Code' by Dan Brown is a great one. It's full of action, mystery, and intrigue as the protagonist races against time to solve a complex puzzle. Another is 'The Hunger Games' by Suzanne Collins. The intense battles and high - stakes survival situations make it a thrilling action read. And 'Jurassic Park' by Michael Crichton is also excellent. The idea of dinosaurs running amok creates non - stop action.

Some of the best action novels could include 'The Hunt for Red October' by Tom Clancy. It has great naval action and a thrilling plot of a Soviet submarine captain's defection. Another one is 'The Bourne Identity' by Robert Ludlum. The story of a man with amnesia trying to figure out his identity while being chased is full of intense action sequences. Also, 'Jurassic Park' by Michael Crichton is great. The idea of dinosaurs running loose on an island creates a lot of exciting and dangerous situations.

Sure. '300' is a great action graphic novel. It tells the story of the Battle of Thermopylae in a very visual and engaging way. The Spartans' fight against the Persians is depicted with great detail. Another one is 'Spawn'. It has a dark and supernatural - themed action with the main character Spawn having all kinds of powers and facing off against demons and other villains. 'Judge Dredd' is also worth mentioning. The action in Mega - City One as Judge Dredd enforces the law is non - stop and brutal.

For beginners, I'd recommend 'Lonesome Dove'. Even though it's long, it has a very engaging story with a lot of action. The characters are well - developed and it gives a great overview of the Old West. Also, 'Riders of the Purple Sage' by Zane Grey. It has all the elements of a classic western - cowboys, outlaws, and a damsel in distress. The action is exciting and it's not too difficult to understand. And 'Appaloosa' is also a good pick as it has a clear plot about two men trying to bring law and order to a town.

Another one is 'The Lord of the Rings' by J.R.R. Tolkien. There are numerous large - scale battles, like the Battle of Helm's Deep. The descriptions of the clashing armies, the heroics of the characters such as Aragorn and Legolas, and the overall epic feel of the battles are amazing action elements.

Sure. 'The Adventures of Tom Sawyer' by Mark Twain. Tom's escapades, like the whitewashing scene and his adventures in the cave, are quite action - filled for a classic. '20,000 Leagues Under the Sea' by Jules Verne is another. The underwater travels, battles with sea monsters, and the exploration in Captain Nemo's submarine are all exciting action elements.

Sure. 'The Hobbit' by J.R.R. Tolkien is a great start. It's not as complex as 'The Lord of the Rings' but still has plenty of adventure and action. It also introduces the world of Middle - earth in a more accessible way. Another good one is 'Percy Jackson & The Olympians' series. It combines Greek mythology with modern - day settings and has lots of action scenes where the characters fight monsters.

I would recommend 'The Ipcress File' by Len Deighton. It's a classic spy novel that introduced the character of Harry Palmer. It has a great mix of action, mystery and a bit of a cynical view of the spy world. Also, 'Killing Floor' by Lee Child has some elements of spy - like action. Jack Reacher gets involved in a complex situation that has international implications. And 'The 39 Steps' by John Buchan is an old - time classic with a lot of adventure and espionage elements.