Can you recommend the best police novels for beginners?

Sure. 'The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency' by Alexander McCall Smith is a great start. It has a gentle, engaging style and follows the investigations of a female detective in Botswana. It's not as dark and complex as some others, making it easy for beginners to get into. Another one is 'Blue Blood' by Edward Conlon. It gives a real - life view of police work in New York City in a relatively accessible way.

For beginners, 'Lethal Rider' by Larissa Ione is a good pick. It has elements of the paranormal as well as a police - like character who is part of a group that fights evil. The romance between the main characters is passionate and easy to get into.

The 'Agatha Raisin' series by M.C. Beaton is also a great start. Although Agatha isn't a police officer, she often gets involved in police - related mysteries in a small English village. The novels are light - hearted and easy to read, which can be perfect for those new to the genre. They also give a taste of the British countryside and its idiosyncrasies.

Sure. 'The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes' by Arthur Conan Doyle is a great start. It's a collection of short stories that introduce the brilliant detective Sherlock Holmes and his methods of solving crimes. Another good one is 'Nancy Drew' series. It may seem a bit more on the young adult side, but it has a lot of mystery - solving elements that are great for beginners. And 'The Maltese Falcon' by Dashiell Hammett is also a classic that's not too complex for those new to police fiction.

For beginners, 'The Poet' by Michael Connelly is a good start. It's easy to follow and shows the work of the police in a serial - killer investigation. It has a fast - paced plot that keeps you hooked from the start.

I would recommend 'The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency' by Alexander McCall Smith. It's a great starting point for those new to police procedural fiction. The stories are set in Botswana and feature Precious Ramotswe, a female detective. The writing is accessible and the cases are often more about the human side of things rather than overly complex and gory crime scenes.

I'd suggest 'The Black Echo' by Michael Connelly. The first - person view of Detective Hieronymus Bosch is easy to follow and it's a great introduction to police procedurals. It shows how he pieces together evidence and deals with the bureaucracy of the police department. Also, 'In the Woods' is good. The detective's first - person story as he tries to solve a mystery that has personal ties to him is both intriguing and accessible.

I would recommend the 'Kay Scarpetta' series. Dr. Scarpetta is a forensic pathologist who often works closely with the police in solving crimes. The novels are known for their detailed forensic science and the complex personality of Scarpetta. Also, the 'Charlie Parker' series by John Connolly. Parker is a private detective with a dark past, and the series has elements of the supernatural blended with police - style investigations.

Sure. 'The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo' by Stieg Larsson is a great one. It features a complex mystery and interesting characters, with a police - like figure in the form of Mikael Blomkvist who investigates some dark secrets. Another is 'In the Woods' by Tana French. It has a great police procedural aspect as detectives try to solve a mystery related to a child's disappearance. And 'Gone Girl' by Gillian Flynn also has elements of police work as they search for the missing Amy.

'The Grapes of Wrath' can be considered too. Although it's more about the hardships of the people in the Dust Bowl era, there are elements related to vineyards and wine-making which can give beginners an idea about the connection between people and wine.