What are some popular light mystery fiction books?

One popular mystery fiction book is 'The Da Vinci Code' by Dan Brown. It's full of puzzles and secrets. Another is 'Sherlock Holmes' stories by Arthur Conan Doyle. The brilliant detective Holmes always manages to solve the most complex cases. Also, 'Gone Girl' by Gillian Flynn is well - liked. It has a very twisty plot that keeps readers guessing.

Well, 'Bitterroot' by Nevada Barr is a Montana mystery fiction that stands out. The story unfolds in the beautiful yet sometimes dangerous Montana wilderness. It has a great plot full of twists and turns, and the characters are really well - developed. Also, some works by C. J. Box touch on Montana in their mystery settings, like in his Joe Pickett series where the Montana - Wyoming border area is often involved in the mysteries.

One popular cozy mystery book is 'The Cat Who...' series by Lilian Jackson Braun. It features a journalist and his Siamese cat who often help solve mysteries in their small town. Another is 'Murder She Wrote' books which are based on the well - known TV series. And 'Agatha Raisin' series by M.C. Beaton also has a large following. These books usually have an amateur detective, a small - town or village setting, and lack excessive gore or violence.

One popular teen mystery fiction book is 'The Mysterious Benedict Society' by Trenton Lee Stewart. It follows a group of gifted children who are brought together to solve a mystery. Another is 'Nancy Drew' series which has been a classic for decades, with Nancy solving various crimes. And 'The Westing Game' by Ellen Raskin is also great, full of puzzles and mystery for teens to figure out.

Well, 'The Da Vinci Code' by Dan Brown is a well - known crime fiction mystery book. It combines mystery with historical elements in an exciting way. 'Gone Girl' by Gillian Flynn is also very popular. It has a mind - boggling plot with unexpected twists. And we can't forget 'The Silence of the Lambs' by Thomas Harris. The character of Hannibal Lecter is both terrifying and captivating.

The 'Sherlock Holmes' series by Arthur Conan Doyle is extremely popular. The deductive reasoning of Holmes and the various mysteries he solves are captivating. It's a great example of classic mystery thriller fiction.

Some might consider 'Twilight' to be in this genre in a way. It has the mystery of Edward being a vampire and the intense romantic relationship between him and Bella. Also, 'The Da Vinci Code' by Dan Brown has elements of mystery and a bit of a romantic chase as Robert Langdon and Sophie Neveu try to solve the mystery while developing a connection along the way.

The 'Southern Vampire Mysteries' (also known as the 'Sookie Stackhouse' series) by Charlaine Harris is another great one. It's set in a world where vampires, werewolves, and other paranormal beings exist, and Sookie, a telepathic waitress, gets involved in various mysteries related to them. There are lots of twists and turns, and it also has a bit of romance thrown in.

There is 'The Mitford Series' by Jan Karon. In these books, there are small mysteries that occur within the idyllic small - town setting, and they are deeply rooted in Christian values. 'Gideon's Torch' by Mark Mynheir is also a good one. It's a mystery novel where the main character, a police officer, grapples with his faith while trying to solve crimes. And 'The Green Ember' series by S. D. Smith, which has elements of mystery and adventure, and is also influenced by Christian values.

One popular mystery crime fiction book is 'The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo' by Stieg Larsson. It has a complex plot full of mystery and a strong female lead.