Can you name some works of the first woman to write a detective novel?

Anna Katharine Green was the first woman to write a detective novel. She introduced many elements that became staples in detective novels. Her writing often had complex mysteries and interesting characters, which set a precedent for future detective novelists, both male and female.

The pioneer was Wilkie Collins. Her detective novels introduced new elements and perspectives to the genre. She played a significant role in shaping its early form.

One strong candidate is 'The Murders in the Rue Morgue' by Edgar Allan Poe.

I think the first detective novel is 'The Murders in the Rue Morgue'. This novel by Edgar Allan Poe was revolutionary. It established the concept of a detective figure who uses his intellect to solve crimes. The story, set in Paris, involves a brutal double murder in a locked room, and Dupin's methods of solving it were quite novel for its time.

One characteristic of the first full - length detective novel is the presence of a detective figure, like Dupin in 'The Murders in the Rue Morgue'. Another is a complex mystery that needs to be solved through deduction.

If we consider 'The Moonstone' as the first, it has a central mystery, like the theft of the precious Moonstone. It also has a detective character, Sergeant Cuff, who uses his wits to investigate.

One popular work is 'The Talented Mr. Ripley' which has queer undertones. The main character, Tom Ripley, has complex relationships and his own identity issues that are somewhat related to queerness. Another is 'Giovanni's Room' which also delves into queer experiences within a somewhat detective - like exploration of self and relationships.

One of the well - known works is 'The Hound of the Baskervilles' by Arthur Conan Doyle. It has a gothic feel with the spooky moor and the legend of the hound.

Frances Ellen Watkins Harper. Her novel 'Iola Leroy' focuses on the experiences of a biracial woman during and after slavery. It delved into issues like race, identity, and the challenges faced by African Americans. In her plays, she often used strong female characters to convey messages about the importance of education, equality, and the fight against oppression. Her works were widely read and had a great impact on the African American community and the broader American literary scene.

The first woman detective novel was written by Seeley Regester. Her novel 'The Dead Letter' is considered an early example in the genre with a female detective character.