Can you recommend the best dog novels for animal lovers?

Sure. 'War Horse' by Michael Morpurgo is a great vet - related novel. It shows the bond between a horse and the people around it, including the vets who might have treated the horse during its journey through war and peace. It's a story that will touch the heart of any animal lover.

Definitely 'The Cat's Table' by Michael Ondaatje. This novel is beautifully written. It tells the story of a boy's journey on a ship, and there are cats on the ship which play an important role in the boy's experiences. It's a story about growing up, discovery, and of course, cats. There's also 'The Cats of Tanglewood Forest' by Charles de Lint. It's a magical story where cats are part of a magical world, perfect for those who like fantasy.

Sure. 'The Big Sleep' by Raymond Chandler is a great choice. It has a convoluted plot filled with mystery and intrigue. Philip Marlowe, the detective, has to navigate through a web of lies and secrets to solve the case. Another one is 'The Maltese Falcon' by Dashiell Hammett. This novel has a complex plot centered around a valuable statuette and a cast of characters with their own hidden agendas.

Well, 'The Silence of the Lambs' by Thomas Harris can be considered in a way. Hannibal Lecter is like a haunting presence, and the whole atmosphere of the novel is filled with a sense of dread. 'Hell House' by Richard Matheson is a great haunted house story. The investigators of the haunted house face all kinds of terrifying and otherworldly phenomena. 'It' by Stephen King is also a top pick. Pennywise the clown haunts the children of Derry, and the novel is filled with horror and supernatural elements.

Another good one is 'Wuthering Heights' by Emily Bronte. Heathcliff and Catherine have a complex relationship. They grow up together but are separated by class differences, which turns them into something like enemies at times. Their love is wild and passionate, and the story shows how their enmity and love are intertwined in a very dramatic way.

The 'Maisie Dobbs' series by Jacqueline Winspear is great. Maisie is a detective in post - World War I England. The books are not as well - known as some big - name mystery series but they are full of great period detail, complex characters, and interesting mysteries.

Sure. 'Gone Girl' is a must - read. The plot is full of mystery as it revolves around the disappearance of a woman, and the question of whether it was an abduction or something else keeps you on the edge of your seat. Another is 'The Girl on the Train'. It has a really mysterious atmosphere with the main character observing things that may be related to an abduction. And 'Before I Go to Sleep' is also great. The mystery of the main character's past, which may involve abduction, is slowly uncovered throughout the book.

Sure. 'The Silence of the Lambs' is a must - read. It's full of mystery as FBI agent Clarice Starling tries to get into the mind of the brilliant and deranged Hannibal Lecter to catch another serial killer. Another good one is 'Mindhunter'. It delves deep into the world of criminal profiling within the FBI, and the mysteries they solve by understanding the minds of criminals. 'The Bone Collector' is also great. A disabled FBI agent uses his wits to solve a string of murders in a very mysterious and suspenseful way.

I'd recommend 'Bird Box' by Josh Malerman. The concept of not being able to see the outside world because looking at it can drive you mad is really unique and creates a lot of tension. 'Coraline' by Neil Gaiman is also a great dark novel for horror fans. It has a spooky other - world and a really creepy antagonist in the form of the Other Mother. And 'House of Leaves' by Mark Z. Danielewski. It's a complex and disturbing novel with a unique format that adds to the overall sense of unease.

Sure. 'Treasure Island' is a top choice. It has pirates, hidden treasures, and exciting sea voyages. Jim Hawkins' journey on the ship is filled with danger and discovery, which is perfect for adventure seekers.