As I don't know much about these novels, I can't say for sure if they are popular. It depends on various factors like the quality of the writing, the marketing, and how well they are received by the readers.
I haven't heard of a Cardiff woman police named Griffiths with mystery novels specifically. It could be a relatively unknown or new author. You might want to check local bookstores in Cardiff or search in specialized mystery novel databases. They might be able to point you in the right direction.
One example is Inspector Maigret's wife in the Maigret novels. She is often portrayed as a strong - willed woman who supports her husband's detective work in an indirect way.
Sure. 'The Girl on the Train' by Paula Hawkins is a great choice. It has a unreliable narrator which adds to the mystery. The story revolves around a woman who witnesses something strange from the train and gets involved in a murder investigation. 'Sharp Objects' by Gillian Flynn is also recommended. It has a dark and twisted mystery with a female protagonist who is a journalist investigating murders in her hometown. Another one is 'Before I Go to Sleep' by S.J. Watson. The main character has a memory problem and is trying to figure out the truth about her past which is linked to a crime.
The St Louis police mystery novels often have a strong sense of community. The police officers are not just solving crimes in a vacuum but are part of the fabric of the city. They interact with local businesses, families, and other institutions, which gives a different flavor to the mystery. For example, in some novels, a local diner might be a key location for clues or where witnesses gather. Also, the cultural mix in St Louis, with its own traditions and values, is reflected in the stories. This can influence the motives of the characters, both the criminals and those trying to solve the crimes.
😋I recommend the following criminal police novels to you:
"Mysterious Case Group Nine": Including the Dragon Murder, the haunted murder on campus, the murder from afar, and many other incredible cases. Exquisite tricks, perfect alibi, amazing.
"Tokyo Criminal: Police Commissioner's Glory": A collection of many bizarre cases, including the death notice case, the Shinkansen crossing case, etc., coupled with criminal psychology profile, micro-expression interpretation and other skills, let you experience the feeling of solving a criminal police case.
"Unreasonable Truth": The main theme is to expose the unreasonable behavior of the criminal police. Many cases analyze the ugliest side of human nature.
"Strange Case of the North Pavilion": The detective of the North Pavilion assisted the police in solving many strange cases. The unique image of a maverick amateur player from a grassroots background was deeply rooted in the hearts of the people.
"From Black Technology to Famous Arresters": The story of the criminal police in the ancient yamen. The elements include the punishment of dog food, the master of ventriloquism, etc. It shows the struggle history of the modern criminal police in ancient times.
"Kang Qian Yu Police": A story of the Qing Dynasty's criminal police. The protagonist uses the experience of the criminal police captain in his previous life to investigate a strange case in the Qing Dynasty.
"Detective of the Tang Dynasty": The story of a criminal police officer in the late Tang Dynasty. The protagonist repeatedly solved strange cases and successfully recreated the prosperity of the Tang Dynasty.
"The Love Record of a Sick Man": A story of a researcher helping a criminal police solve a case, showing the good and evil of the human world.
Blood Ear: Combining the roles of a police officer and a psychologist, it tells the story of a girl's tragic experience.
"Master Jiu, You're Missing Me in Your Life": A story about a criminal police officer trying to prove his innocence, growing up successfully from a difficult situation, and covering the love line at the same time.
I hope you like this fairy's recommendation. Muah ~😗
A very spooky Cardiff ghost story is of a headless horseman seen on the outskirts of the city. He rides his spectral horse at night, and it's said that if you see him, it's a bad omen. The sound of the horse's hooves pounding on the ground is enough to send shivers down your spine. People believe he was a knight who lost his head in a battle long ago and now roams the area in eternal unrest.