What are some of the best written modern mystery novels?

One of the best is 'The Hound of the Baskervilles' by Arthur Conan Doyle. It has a great atmosphere with the moors adding to the mystery. The character of Sherlock Holmes is iconic in solving the mystery of the supernatural - seeming hound.

Tana French's 'In the Woods' is a great modern mystery novel. It has a very atmospheric setting in Ireland. The mystery at the heart of the story is both intriguing and disturbing. French is great at creating a sense of unease and slowly revealing the secrets that lie beneath the surface.

One of the best modern mystery novels is 'Gone Girl' by Gillian Flynn. It has a complex plot full of twists and turns that keep readers on the edge of their seats. The characters are well - developed, and the exploration of a troubled marriage within the mystery framework is really engaging.

The 'Girl with the Dragon Tattoo' by Stieg Larsson is also among them. It combines a dark mystery with a strong female lead. The story delves into a decades - old disappearance and a web of family secrets, corruption, and serial killer investigations. The unique setting in Sweden adds an extra layer of intrigue.

One of the best is 'And Then There Were None' by Agatha Christie. It's a masterpiece of mystery with a group of people trapped on an island and being killed one by one in a very mysterious way. The plot is full of twists and turns that keep you guessing until the very end.

Another good one is 'Big Little Lies' by Liane Moriarty. It's a mystery that also delves into the lives of the characters. The writing is accessible and the mystery gradually unfolds as you get to know the characters better. There are also some great plot twists.

I'm not sure which Freida you are referring to. There may be many authors named Freida. Without more details, it's impossible to name the best mystery novels written by her.

'The Thirteenth Tale' by Diane Setterfield is also excellent. It's a story full of mystery and gothic elements, centered around a famous writer's secrets. The atmosphere is very much like a traditional gothic novel, with an old mansion and a complex family history.

One of the best is 'The Girl on the Train' by Paula Hawkins. It has a great unreliable narrator and a really engaging mystery. The story unfolds in a way that keeps you guessing until the end.

One of the best is 'The Silent Companions' by Laura Purcell. It has a creepy, old - fashioned mansion setting and a sense of unease that pervades throughout. The plot twists are excellent.