What are some of Martha Grimes' best novels?

One of her highly regarded novels is 'The Man with a Load of Mischief'. It has a great mystery plot with well - developed characters and an engaging setting in an English village.

Sure. One of her well - known novels is 'The Man with a Load of Mischief'. It's a great detective story that draws readers in with its interesting characters and a well - crafted mystery.

The atmosphere she creates also matters. Take 'The Dirty Duck' for example. The way she describes the settings, whether it's a gloomy alley or a bustling pub, gives the story a certain mood. If the atmosphere is immersive and consistent throughout the novel, it can be among the best of her works.

Well, 'The Five - Bells and Bladebone' is often mentioned as a favorite. It has a great combination of mystery, character development, and a really interesting mystery that Richard Jury has to solve. The way the story unfolds, with new clues emerging at just the right times, keeps the readers hooked from start to finish.

Melrose Plant is another recurring character. He is an aristocrat who befriends Richard Jury and sometimes gets involved in the investigations. He adds a touch of upper - class charm and a different perspective to the stories. He has his own quirks and a rather dry sense of humor. The interactions between him and Jury are often quite interesting and help move the plots forward in many of Martha Grimes' novels.

Then there's 'The Old Silent' which has a very engaging storyline. The way Grimes develops the mystery and reveals the secrets bit by bit is really captivating. The characters are also very well - developed, and you can't help but be drawn into their world as they try to solve the mystery at hand.

Also, 'The Dirty Duck' is a great addition to the Richard Jury novels. The setting in this book is really interesting, and it adds to the overall atmosphere of mystery. The characters are richly drawn, and Richard Jury's detective work is as engaging as always.

Since I don't know the exact details of Martha Grimes' latest novel, I can't tell you the plot precisely. However, her previous works have shown a penchant for creating intricate mysteries. Her novels tend to have well - developed characters with their own motives and secrets. It's possible that her latest novel continues in this vein, perhaps introducing a new set of characters in a unique setting and hooking readers with a puzzling mystery that slowly unfolds as the story progresses.

Yes. It's called 'The New Mystery'. It's a great read with her signature writing style.

Yes, she does. Her latest novel was released just last month.