Can you briefly introduce some of the top true crime stories?

There's the Watergate scandal, which was a major political crime story. It involved illegal activities by the Nixon administration, like breaking into the Democratic National Committee headquarters. This ultimately led to Nixon's resignation. Also, the Boston Marathon bombing is a significant crime story. The bombings during the marathon killed and injured many people, and the subsequent manhunt for the bombers was widely covered.

Well, from 'the centuries top crime stories', there could be the story of the Black Dahlia murder. It was a brutal and unsolved murder case in Los Angeles. There may also be stories of embezzlement, like the case where employees steal large amounts of money from their companies. And perhaps the story of the Boston Strangler, a serial killer who terrorized the city.

Sure. 'The Name of the Rose' by Umberto Eco is a great one. It combines mystery with historical and religious elements. Then 'Mystic River' by Dennis Lehane is very good. It's about the long - lasting effects of a childhood trauma on three men. 'The Spy Who Came in from the Cold' by John le Carré is also on the list. It gives a great look at the world of espionage.

Sure. 'The Godfather' shows the Corleone crime family's rise and power struggles. 'Gone Girl' is about a marriage full of secrets and lies that lead to a mystery. 'The Silence of the Lambs' focuses on the hunt for a serial killer with the help of a brilliant psychiatrist. 'In Cold Blood' gives a detailed look at a real murder. 'The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo' has an exciting investigation. 'Big Little Lies' has crime and drama in a suburban community. 'The Maltese Falcon' is a classic detective story. 'The Postman Always Rings Twice' is a tale of love and crime gone wrong. 'And Then There Were None' is a classic mystery with a great plot twist.

Sure. There was a guy who stole a huge amount of used chewing gum from under desks in an office building. It's so weird what people will steal. Another is the case where someone tried to break into a safe using a banana. Just completely absurd. And a person once stole all the light bulbs from a street in a small town.

The top 10 crime thriller novels are a diverse bunch. 'The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo' combines mystery and strong characters. 'Gone Girl' plays with the concept of perception. 'The Silence of the Lambs' is a masterclass in creating a menacing villain. 'In Cold Blood' gives a detailed account of a real crime. 'The Big Sleep' is a noir - style thriller. 'The Talented Mr. Ripley' explores the psyche of a criminal. 'Misery' is a nerve - wracking read. 'Presumed Innocent' shows the intricacies of the legal world. 'The Secret History' is a dark exploration of relationships and crime.

Sure. 'The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes' is a must - mention. Holmes' deductive skills are legendary. 'The Maltese Falcon' is a classic of the hard - boiled genre. 'And Then There Were None' has a chilling premise. 'The Big Sleep' is a noir classic. 'In Cold Blood' is a true - crime masterpiece. 'The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo' has a great mystery. 'The Postman Always Rings Twice' is dark. 'Gone Girl' has a mind - boggling plot. 'The Silence of the Lambs' is terrifying. And there are others that also contribute to the rich tapestry of crime novels.

The top ten crime novels vary in style. 'The Silence of the Lambs' is terrifying and engaging. 'Gone Girl' plays with the readers' expectations. 'In Cold Blood' is a true - crime masterpiece. 'The Big Sleep' sets the standard for detective noir. 'The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo' is full of Scandinavian mystery. 'Sherlock Holmes' is a timeless classic. 'And Then There Were None' is a masterclass in mystery writing. 'The Maltese Falcon' is a gritty and engaging read. 'The Postman Always Rings Twice' is a dark and alluring crime story.

Then there's 'Unbelievable', which is based on true events of sexual assault cases. It highlights the flaws in the criminal justice system and the strength of the survivors. The series is very moving and important in bringing awareness to these issues.

Sure. 'The Silence of the Lambs' is one. It features the iconic character Hannibal Lecter. FBI trainee Clarice Starling has to seek Lecter's help to catch a serial killer. It's a chilling and suspenseful read.