Can you recommend some famous Maine mystery fiction works?

Well, there's Richard Russo. He has written many great fictional works. For example, 'Empire Falls' is set in Maine and it delves deep into the lives of the people in a fading industrial town. It's a story about family, community, and the passage of time. There are also some emerging Maine authors whose fictions are starting to gain popularity, but these are some of the more established ones.

There's 'The Shipping News' by Annie Proulx. It's set in Newfoundland but has a lot in common with Maine in terms of the coastal setting and the hard - scrabble lives of the people. In Maine, there are also many local authors who have written novels that capture the state's unique charm, though they may not be as widely known on a global scale.

In Maine mystery fiction, the setting is crucial. Maine's isolation in some areas can create a sense of mystery itself. The stories might involve things like disappearances in the woods or strange happenings in coastal villages. The characters are often influenced by the Maine way of life. There could be a detective who is new to the area and has to learn about the local customs and people to solve the mystery. Also, the weather in Maine, like harsh winters, can play a role in the plot, making it more difficult for characters to move around or investigate.

Sure. One well - known Maine fiction book is 'Carrie' by Stephen King. It's set in Maine and tells the story of a girl with telekinetic powers. Another is 'The Cider House Rules' by John Irving, which also has elements related to Maine.

Dashiell Hammett's 'The Maltese Falcon' is a famous mystery. It follows private detective Sam Spade as he gets involved in a hunt for a valuable statuette. The novel is known for its tough - guy detective and the web of lies and double - crosses that Spade has to navigate through. Hammett's writing style is very distinct, with a noir feel to it.

One well - known Russian mystery fiction is 'The Master and Margarita' by Mikhail Bulgakov. It weaves together multiple storylines, including a visit from the devil in Soviet - era Moscow, filled with mystery, satire and deep philosophical undertones.

There's Kate Flora who has contributed to Maine detective fiction. Her writing delves into the complex relationships within Maine communities and the crimes that occur there. Also, Bruce Robert Coffin has made a name for himself in this genre. His stories set in Maine have engaging characters and intricate plots that keep readers hooked. He often draws on his own experiences in law enforcement in Maine to add authenticity to his work.

Sure. 'The Witch of Blackbird Pond' by Elizabeth George Speare is a great one. It's set in colonial Connecticut but has strong connections to Maine's Puritan history. Another is 'Carry Me Home' by Patricia MacLachlan, which gives a sense of Maine's rural past.

Sure. 'Sherlock Holmes' series by Arthur Conan Doyle is a must - read. Holmes' brilliant deductions and the Victorian London setting make it really engaging. Another great one is 'The Maltese Falcon' by Dashiell Hammett. It's a hard - boiled detective story with a complex plot. And then there's 'And Then There Were None' by Agatha Christie. It has a very unique and suspenseful plot where ten strangers are trapped on an island and being killed one by one.

I'm not entirely sure which are all of Otto Pelzner's mystery fiction works, but his stories usually involve complex characters. For example, in some of his works, the detective character has a very troubled past that influences his investigations, adding depth to the mystery.