What are some of the best serial killer books in fiction?

One of the best is 'The Silence of the Lambs' by Thomas Harris. It features the iconic character Hannibal Lecter. Another great one is 'American Psycho' by Bret Easton Ellis, which gives a disturbing look into the mind of a serial killer. And 'Red Dragon' also by Thomas Harris is a classic in this genre.

One of the best is 'The Silence of the Lambs' by Thomas Harris. It features the iconic character Hannibal Lecter. The psychological cat - and - mouse game between Clarice Starling and Lecter is gripping.

One of the best - selling serial killer fiction books is 'The Silence of the Lambs' by Thomas Harris. It features the iconic character Hannibal Lecter. Another is 'American Psycho' by Bret Easton Ellis, which offers a disturbing look into the mind of a serial killer. Also, 'Red Dragon' by Harris, which introduced the character of Hannibal Lecter before 'The Silence of the Lambs' and is highly regarded in the genre.

One great thriller serial killer book in fiction is 'The Silence of the Lambs' by Thomas Harris. It's a classic that delves deep into the mind of a serial killer through the interactions between FBI trainee Clarice Starling and the brilliant and terrifying Dr. Hannibal Lecter.

'I'll Be Gone in the Dark' by Michelle McNamara. It's a non - fiction book that reads like a thriller. McNamara dedicated her life to tracking down the Golden State Killer, and her research and determination are palpable throughout the book.

Well, 'The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo' by Stieg Larsson has elements related to a serial killer case. Lisbeth Salander, the main character, is involved in solving it. Then there's 'I'll Be Gone in the Dark' by Michelle McNamara which is a non - fictional account but reads like a thriller as it focuses on the hunt for the Golden State Killer. Also, 'Darkly Dreaming Dexter' by Jeff Lindsay, which is about a serial killer who only kills other killers.

Definitely 'Gone Girl' tops the list in terms of best - selling. It was not only a best - seller but also got adapted into a movie which further increased its popularity. 'The Silence of the Lambs' is also a classic that has sold well over the years. The chilling portrayal of the serial killer elements in the story has kept readers hooked. 'Sharp Objects' has also had a good run in sales, as Gillian Flynn's works often do well, and this one with its exploration of a troubled female character and her secrets appealed to many.

One of the best is 'The Silence of the Lambs' by Thomas Harris. It features the infamous Hannibal Lecter, a brilliant and terrifying serial killer. His psychological games with Clarice Starling are captivating. Another great one is 'American Psycho' by Bret Easton Ellis, which delves into the mind of a wealthy and deranged killer in the 1980s. And 'Red Dragon' also by Thomas Harris is excellent, introducing the character of Francis Dolarhyde, a serial killer with a complex and disturbing backstory.

Well, 'The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo' has elements of serial killer fiction. Lisbeth Salander helps Mikael Blomkvist investigate a decades - old disappearance which is linked to a possible serial killer. Then there's 'I'll Be Gone in the Dark' by Michelle McNamara. It's a non - fiction book that reads like a thriller and is about the hunt for the Golden State Killer. So it can also be considered in the realm of serial killer - related works.

Some serial killer fiction books worth mentioning are 'Killing Floor' by Lee Child. Although not strictly a serial killer book in the traditional sense, it has a very menacing antagonist. 'The Bone Collector' by Jeffery Deaver is also good. It involves a serial killer leaving behind elaborate clues for the investigators. And 'Sharp Objects' by Gillian Flynn has a great exploration of a small town with a possible serial killer lurking in the shadows.