What are some of the best recent crime fiction books?

Recent crime fiction books tend to be more psychologically - driven. They dig deep into the motives of the criminals and the minds of the investigators. The pacing is usually fast - paced, not wasting much time getting into the action. There's also a trend of having unreliable narrators, which adds an extra layer of mystery. And the themes often touch on current social and cultural concerns, making the stories not just about solving a crime but also about the society in which the crime occurs.

One of the best recent fiction books is 'Where the Crawdads Sing' by Delia Owens. It's a beautifully written story that combines mystery and coming - of - age elements. The main character, Kya, who grows up alone in the marshes, is a really engaging and complex figure.

Sure. 'The Woman in the Window' is a recent crime fiction. It's about an agoraphobic woman who believes she witnessed a crime. It keeps you on the edge of your seat. Then there's 'Before She Knew Him' where a woman starts to suspect her new neighbor of a heinous crime. Also, 'Big Little Lies' by Liane Moriarty, which while also exploring other themes, has elements of crime and mystery within the story of a group of women in a small town.

One of the best crime fiction books is 'The Silence of the Lambs' by Thomas Harris. It has a chilling and complex plot that involves the hunt for a serial killer with the help of another infamous killer, Hannibal Lecter. The character development is superb, especially the cat - and - mouse dynamic between Clarice Starling and Lecter.

One of the best is 'The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo' by Stieg Larsson. It has a complex plot full of mystery and a strong female lead. The investigation into a decades - old disappearance is filled with twists.

One of the best recent historical fiction books is 'The Nightingale' by Kristin Hannah. It tells a powerful story set during World War II. Another great one is 'The Underground Railroad' by Colson Whitehead, which reimagines the Underground Railroad in a very unique way. And 'Pachinko' by Min Jin Lee, which spans generations in a Korean family's history.

'The Silent Patient' by Alex Michaelides is also very popular. It's about a woman who stops speaking after murdering her husband. The psychologist who tries to figure out her motives is at the center of this gripping crime story. There are a lot of psychological elements that make it a great read.

One of the best is 'The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo' by Stieg Larsson. It has a complex mystery and a unique protagonist. Another great one is 'Gone Girl' by Gillian Flynn which has a really twisted plot. And 'In Cold Blood' by Truman Capote is also among them, as it's a non - fictional crime story that reads like a thriller.

Well, 'An American Marriage' by Tayari Jones also had elements of crime fiction in it. It dealt with the unjust imprisonment of a man, which is like a crime in itself in the context of the story. It explored the relationship between the man, his wife, and how their lives were turned upside down by this unjust situation.

I think 'Educated' by Tara Westover is great. It's a powerful memoir that offers profound insights into family and education.