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Classic Murder Mystery Novels
The murder mystery genre has a spanning history which contains various classics of all times. From the esteemed Sherlock Holmes to the Queen of Crime Agatha Christie, this genre offers a diverse range of narratives which is full of plot twists or thrilling suspense. If you enjoy solving the whodunnit mysteries then these books are a must-read!
A Study In Scarlet by Arthur Conan Doyle
Written by Arthur Conan Doyle, A Study In Scarlet is the debut novel of the most famous and beloved detective, Sherlock Holmes along with his partner Doctor John Watson. The narrative takes the reader on a journey that witnesses the beginning of their partnership at the iconic 221B Baker Street. It shows their first case together from a thrilling perspective of solving the murder mystery of Enoch Drebber, a man from Ohio.
Murder on The Orient Express By Agatha Christie
Known as a timeless murder mystery novel, Murder on The Orient Express By Agatha Christie is the perfect book to test one’s investigative skills. Due to the hazardous snowdrift, the Orient Express came to a halt with a shriek from one of the passengers, revealing a dead body amongst the others. The cold body of Mr. Samuel Edward Rachett is found in his locked cabin with multiple horrifying stab wounds. Hercule Poirot must now work his intellect to figure out the killer among the passengers and solve this formidable case.
The Big Sleep By Raymond Chandler
In “The Big Sleep”, Raymond Chandler begins the narrative by introducing the cynical private investigator named Phillip Marlowe who is entangled in the web of the underworld of Los Angeles in the 1930s. He is hired by an affluent family to investigate a case of blackmail that is centered around their daughter. Marlowe must journey through this tangle of deceit to unravel the truth and the betrayal. In this novel, the plot develops into much more thrilling incidents of suspense towards an unexpected murder, making it an exciting read.
The Da Vinci Code by Dan Brown
Set in a contemporary tone, The Da Vinci Code is a novel that will keep the guessing game going. Jacques Sauniere, a Louvre curator, is murdered inside the museum, Robert Langdon, a symbologist and Sophie, a cryptologist is involved in the investigation of this case. As the investigation delves deeper, the investigators are caught up in the conflict between two secret groups of the Catholic Church, searching for the Holy Grail. The narrative of the story mixes with real-world history, conspiracy and art adding depth to the novel making it a thrilling read.
