A great beginner - friendly mystery is 'Nancy Drew' series. These books follow the adventures of Nancy Drew, a young detective. They are easy to read and have straightforward mysteries that are perfect for those new to the genre. For example, in 'The Secret of the Old Clock', Nancy has to solve a mystery related to an old clock and a missing will.
You could also start with 'Murder on the Orient Express' by Agatha Christie. It's a well - known mystery where detective Hercule Poirot has to solve a murder that happened on a train. Christie is great at leading the reader through the mystery step by step.
Sure. 'The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya' is a good choice. It has a unique and charming protagonist, Haruhi, who is full of energy and her actions drive the story in unexpected ways. The writing style is also quite accessible.
Sure. 'Carrie' by Stephen King is a good start. It's about a girl with telekinetic powers who gets bullied and then takes revenge in a very horror - filled way. It's not too complex for beginners. Another one is 'The Woman in Black' by Susan Hill. It has a simple yet effective horror plot that is easy to follow.
Sure. 'The Death of Mrs. Westaway' by Ruth Ware is a good choice for beginners. It has a classic mystery feel with a young woman who gets drawn into a family mystery she didn't expect. The plot is engaging and not overly complicated.
Sure. 'The Maid' by Nita Prose is a great start. It has a simple yet engaging mystery and the main character is very likeable. It's easy to follow and has a touch of humor.
Sure. 'The Goldfinch' is a great choice. It has elements of mystery surrounding a famous painting. The story is easy to follow and it gives you a good taste of how art can be intertwined with mystery.
I would also recommend 'Nine Lives' by Peter Swanson. It has a somewhat accessible plot structure. With nine characters and their intertwined fates, it gives a good taste of mystery writing. The writing style is not too difficult to understand and it has enough twists and turns to keep a beginner interested in the mystery genre.
For beginners, 'The Maltese Falcon' by Dashiell Hammett is also great. It's a classic detective story that follows private investigator Sam Spade as he gets involved in a hunt for a valuable statuette. The characters are well - drawn and the mystery unfolds in an interesting way.
For beginners, I'd recommend 'A Walk to Remember' by Nicholas Sparks. It's a simple yet deeply moving love story. The characters are easy to connect with, and the story is not too complex. Also, 'Ella Enchanted' by Gail Carson Levine has elements of romance in a fairy - tale - like setting, which is great for those new to the romance genre.
For beginners, I would recommend 'The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society' by Mary Ann Shaffer and Annie Barrows. It has a historical background during World War II and a lovely budding romance. Also, 'The Secret Garden' by Frances Hodgson Burnett has some elements of historical romance. It's a beautiful story about a young girl and how she discovers love and friendship in a new environment.
Sure. 'Bone' is a great start. It has a classic adventure story with likable characters. The art is charming and it has a good balance of humor and action.