Can you recommend some good independent crime fiction books?

Well, 'The Kind Worth Killing' by Peter Swanson is also from 2015. It has a complex plot full of twists and turns. The characters are well - developed, and the story plays with moral ambiguity in an interesting way. It's a great addition to the crime fiction genre in 2015.

One great fiction crime book is 'In Cold Blood' by Truman Capote. It's a non - fictional novel that reads like a crime thriller. It delves deep into the real - life murder case. Also, 'The Silence of the Lambs' by Thomas Harris is very good. The character of Hannibal Lecter is both fascinating and terrifying.

Sure. 'The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo' by Stieg Larsson is a great one. It has a complex mystery and engaging characters. The story is set in Sweden and involves a journalist and a hacker investigating a decades - old disappearance. Another good one is 'Gone Girl' by Gillian Flynn. It's full of twists and turns that will keep you on the edge of your seat.

I would recommend 'Sherlock Holmes' series by Arthur Conan Doyle. These stories have been popular for over a century for a reason. Holmes' brilliant deductions and the Victorian - era settings make for great crime fiction. And then there's 'Big Little Lies' by Liane Moriarty which combines crime with elements of domestic drama in a really interesting way.

One great independent publisher of crime novels is Soho Press. They have a reputation for publishing high - quality crime and mystery works. Another is Poisoned Pen Press, which focuses on a wide range of crime fiction including traditional mysteries and noir. And Melville House also publishes some interesting crime novels with unique voices.

The works of Paco Ignacio Taibo II are also worth checking out. His crime novels often incorporate elements of Mexican society and politics, providing a rich and engaging read. For example, his 'Havana Red' is an interesting blend of crime and Cuban - Mexican relations.

One that stands out is 'The Hunt for Red October' by Tom Clancy. While it's more of a military - espionage thriller, the main characters are military veterans. Their actions in dealing with a potential defection and a threat to national security can be seen as part of a crime - related plot in the military context.

One of the notable female crime fiction works is 'In the Woods' by Tana French. The story is narrated by a female detective and has a lot of twists and turns. It also explores the detective's own past and how it affects her investigation. Female crime fiction often offers unique perspectives on crime and the human psyche.

Sure. 'The Silence of the Lambs' by Thomas Harris is a great example. It features the brilliant and terrifying character Hannibal Lecter. Another one is 'Red Dragon' also by Harris, which sets the stage for the Lecter series. Then there's 'The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo' by Stieg Larsson, where Lisbeth Salander is a unique 'hunter' of sorts in the world of crime.

One well - known example could be 'The Dharma Detective' series. It combines elements of Buddhist philosophy with crime - solving. The protagonist, often a Buddhist monk or someone deeply influenced by Buddhism, uses the teachings like non - violence and mindfulness in the process of investigating crimes.