What are some of the best crime novels?

One of the best true crime novels is 'In Cold Blood' by Truman Capote. It's a classic that delves into the brutal murders of a Kansas family. Another great one is 'Helter Skelter' which details the Manson Family murders. And 'The Devil in the White City' by Erik Larson is also highly regarded as it combines the story of the 1893 Chicago World's Fair with the serial killings of H. H. Holmes.

One of the 2016 best crime novels could be 'The Girl on the Train' by Paula Hawkins. It has a great mystery around the main character's observations and the disappearance she witnesses. Another might be 'Before the Fall' by Noah Hawley which has an interesting take on a plane crash and the secrets that unfold from it. And 'IQ' by Joe Ide is also great. It features a modern - day Sherlock - like character solving crimes in the tough neighborhoods of Los Angeles.

One of the best crime novels is 'The Silence of the Lambs' by Thomas Harris. It has a chilling and complex plot with the character of Hannibal Lecter being both fascinating and terrifying. Another great one is 'Gone Girl' by Gillian Flynn. It keeps you guessing throughout with its twists and turns regarding a missing woman and her husband's possible involvement. Also, 'The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo' by Stieg Larsson is a top pick. It combines a dark mystery with a strong, unique female lead.

One of the best crime novels is 'The Silence of the Lambs' by Thomas Harris. It features the brilliant and terrifying character Hannibal Lecter. Another great one is 'Gone Girl' by Gillian Flynn, with its complex plot full of twists. 'And Then There Were None' by Agatha Christie is also a classic, with a very suspenseful mystery on an isolated island.

Well, in 2019, 'The Silent Patient' stood out among the best crime novels. The story revolves around a woman who has killed her husband and then stops speaking. It's a psychological thriller that dives deep into the human mind. 'The Giver of Stars' is also great. It's about a group of women in Kentucky who start a traveling library, but there are crimes and secrets lurking. And don't forget 'The Chestnut Man' which is filled with mystery and a series of grisly murders.

One of the best crime novels is 'The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo' by Stieg Larsson. It has a complex plot full of mystery and intrigue.

One of the great new crime thriller novels is 'The Silent Patient' by Alex Michaelides. It keeps you on the edge of your seat with its mystery about a patient who has been silent since she was accused of murdering her husband.

Well, 'The Sopranos' novel (based on the TV series) is a great gangster crime read. It has all the elements of the show like Tony Soprano's family issues while running his criminal empire. 'Gangs of New York' by Herbert Asbury is another. It gives a historical look at the gangs in New York City in the 19th century. Also, 'Donnie Brasco' by Joseph D. Pistone is a good one as it tells the true story of an FBI agent who infiltrates the mafia.

A great 1970s crime novel is 'The Choirboys' by Joseph Wambaugh. It gives a realistic view of police officers' lives and the crimes they deal with. It's full of humor and pathos at the same time. 'The Executioner' series by Don Pendleton also started in the 1970s. These novels are action - packed with a vigilante hero taking on the criminals. And 'A Savage Place' by Robert B. Parker is a good one too. It has his signature detective, Spenser, solving a case in a tough environment.

One of the UK's best crime novels is 'The Cuckoo's Calling' by Robert Galbraith (J.K. Rowling). It features a private detective, Cormoran Strike, investigating the death of a supermodel. Another great one is 'Rebecca' by Daphne du Maurier, which has elements of mystery and crime in a gothic setting. 'And Then There Were None' by Agatha Christie is also a classic, with a group of people on an island being killed off one by one in a most mysterious way.