One great one is 'Gone Girl' by Gillian Flynn. It's a complex story that combines a twisted relationship with a crime mystery. The relationship between Nick and Amy is full of lies and manipulation within the context of a disappearance that keeps you guessing.
Some of the best crime romance novels include 'Big Little Lies' by Liane Moriarty. It has a murder mystery at its core and also explores the relationships and romances of several women. 'The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency' series by Alexander McCall Smith is also great. It combines gentle crime - solving in Botswana with the main character's love life. 'The Cuckoo's Calling' by Robert Galbraith (J.K. Rowling) has a detective's investigation into a death which is interwoven with his own relationship and the relationships of the suspects.
One of the great ones is 'The Godfather' by Mario Puzo. It's not a traditional romance novel, but the relationship between Michael Corleone and his wife Kay Adams has elements of romance within the context of the organized crime family. The story is a classic that delves deep into the mafia world and the complex relationships within it.
Another good one is 'The Silence of the Lambs' by Thomas Harris. While it's mainly a crime thriller about catching a serial killer, the relationship between Clarice Starling and Hannibal Lecter has an odd, almost romantic - like quality of psychological connection. It's a very unique take on the combination of crime and relationship.
Sure. 'The Snowman' by Jo Nesbø. It has a chilling crime plot and a relationship between the detective and a woman that adds a romantic aspect. 'The Killing Kind' by Jane Casey. It involves a criminal case and the relationship between the lawyer and the detective is full of tension and a bit of romance.
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.
There's also 'Such a Fun Age' by Kiley Reid. While it's not a traditional crime novel in the sense of a detective chasing a murderer, it deals with issues of race and privilege in a story that has elements of a crime - like false accusations and the consequences of misunderstandings.
Some of the 2021 best crime novels could be 'The Night She Disappeared' by Lisa Jewell. It has a gripping plot with mystery and suspense that keeps readers on their toes.
The best 2020 crime novels include 'The Midnight Library' by Matt Haig. It's a bit different as it combines elements of mystery with a more philosophical exploration. Then there's 'The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue' by V. E. Schwab. While not a traditional crime novel, it has some mystery elements and a very engaging story about a woman who makes a deal and has to live with the consequences. Also, 'Mexican Gothic' by Silvia Moreno - Garcia is great. It has a spooky and mysterious setting in an old mansion in Mexico and some dark family secrets.
Some of the well - known ones could be 'The Silence of the Lambs' by Thomas Harris. It has a brilliant portrayal of the serial killer and the detective trying to catch him. Another is 'Gone Girl' by Gillian Flynn, which has a complex plot full of twists and turns. 'In Cold Blood' by Truman Capote is also great as it's based on a real - life crime and shows a detailed account of the investigation.