When it comes to mystery novels, finding the perfect book to dive into can be an exciting yet overwhelming task. The first mystery novel you choose sets the tone for your journey into the thrilling world of crime, clues, and suspense. In this article, we will explore some of the best first mystery novels that are highly recommended by readers and critics alike. 1. "The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes" by Arthur Conan Doyle: No list of mystery novels would be complete without mentioning the iconic detective Sherlock Holmes. This collection of twelve short stories introduces the brilliant mind of Holmes and his loyal companion Dr. John Watson. Conan Doyle's vivid storytelling and Holmes' unparalleled deductive skills make this a must-read for any mystery enthusiast. 2. "The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo" by Stieg Larsson: This gripping novel introduces readers to the enigmatic Lisbeth Salander, a talented hacker, and Mikael Blomkvist, an investigative journalist. Together, they delve into a dark and complex mystery involving unsolved murders, corporate corruption, and family secrets. Larsson's intricate plot and well-developed characters have captivated millions of readers worldwide. 3. "Gone Girl" by Gillian Flynn: If you enjoy psychological thrillers, "Gone Girl" is a perfect choice for a first mystery novel. Flynn weaves a twisted tale of a missing wife and a husband who becomes the prime suspect. As the story unfolds, the lines between love, lies, and betrayal blur, keeping readers hooked until the shocking conclusion. 4. "The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency" by Alexander McCall Smith: For a cozy and heartwarming mystery series, look no further than the first book in Alexander McCall Smith's beloved series. Set in Botswana, this novel follows Mma Precious Ramotswe as she opens her own detective agency. With its delightful characters, charming setting, and gentle mysteries, this book offers a refreshing take on the genre. 5. "Big Little Lies" by Liane Moriarty: While primarily known as a domestic drama, "Big Little Lies" seamlessly incorporates a captivating mystery that keeps readers guessing until the end. Set in a seemingly perfect suburban town, Moriarty explores the darker side of the seemingly harmonious lives of three women, intertwined with a mysterious death. The novel's intriguing narrative and well-drawn characters make it a compelling first mystery read. To enhance your reading experience, there are several websites where you can discover more mystery novels and authors: - Goodreads (www.goodreads.com): A popular platform where readers can explore book recommendations, read reviews, and join discussions. - Mystery Writers of America (www.mysterywriters.org): This website features award-winning mystery authors and provides a wealth of resources for mystery enthusiasts. - CrimeReads (www.crimereads.com): A hub for crime and mystery fiction, offering articles, author interviews, and reading recommendations. Remember, choosing the best first mystery novel is a personal journey, and these recommendations are a fantastic starting point. Happy reading and unraveling the mysteries within the pages of these thrilling books!
The husband separates into Yin and Yang, and then divides into the Five Elements. Although they operate in the heavens, they originate from the earth. Their movement gives rise to all things, while their gathering forms mountains and rivers. Therefore, the Five Elements of the primordial universe return to Qi, manifesting as the colors green, white, red, black, and yellow. They govern the transformation and generation of all things, interacting through mutual creation and restraint. This book's discussion group is now open: Jade Flower Fairy Mountain.
542.66 Million words | 2023-02-10 08:00Update
After being abandoned by his girlfriend, Li Xiaochun unintentionally joined a chat group for immortals, and his life became incredibly exciting... What? You've been cultivating celestial-level techniques since childhood, and you're wearing nothing but celestial-level treasures? Sorry, but even the pets at my place have god-level techniques, and our brooms are immortal tools! What? You have immortals protecting you from behind? I feel embarrassed mentioning that there's a large group of immortals standing behind me! What? You're wondering why I'm good at everything? Let me tell you, all it takes is one sentence for me to con a medical skill from an immortal, a snack to acquire alchemy
181.75 Million words | 2022-08-18 22:16Update
A person with the ambition of eternal feasting, transformed into Tang Monk in the story of Journey to the West. After becoming Tang Monk, his fate seemed predestined, but he refused to be controlled by fate, refusing to be a puppet Buddha. Thus, a thrilling plot unfolds.
443.41 Million words | 2023-01-04 07:59Update
Carrying the fate of the male members in his family, destined not to live past seventy; encountering numerous joys and sorrows, which led him onto the path of alchemy, surpassing the pinnacle of cultivation in the mortal realm. Eventually, due to the harshness of the higher realms and a rebirth through transformation, he left the familiar world and journeyed to unfamiliar lands, from the human realm to the realms of demons, ghosts, spirits, and immortals, traversing countless galaxies, exploring various realms. Crossing the boundless chaos, defying the will of heaven, in the end, he couldn't resist the inexplicable ultimate destiny!
326.17 Million words | 2023-01-14 20:24Update
The Cloud Soaring Continent, countless dynasties and sects! The Great Shaman perceives the heavens and the earth, boundless in magical powers! Demons corrupt living beings, swallowing the heavens and devouring the earth! The Sage walks among mortals, plucking stars with a single hand! The Deity overlooks all things, shedding tears that transform into celestial realms! A martial arts master from Earth, obsessed with a crazy martial arts belief, inadvertently turns himself into a tragic madman! A green youth who has been practicing for five years, progressing in martial arts as slow as a snail! The fusion of their souls will surely create a great storm on this vast and boundless Cloud Soaring Continent...
396.12 Million words | 2021-12-04 02:27Update
Abandoned by his family and crippled by his enemies, the teenage entrepreneur, Shang Hao, saved two individuals when he was at his lowest point. Little did he know, this act of kindness would awaken his hidden abilities... QQ group.
30.61 Million words | 2021-05-29 19:41Update
Others use guns to kill, but I use art! Others use medicine to save lives, but I use art to save lives! My father died, my family was broken, and I was exiled as a criminal. Reborn as a little loli, this is a brutal revenge story. What? My enemies have a mecha squadron, spiritual masters protecting them, and the backing of a third-level civilization? No problem. I can use my unique abilities on my paintings, driving you crazy until you die. [Completed novels: "Lonely Sect Master," "Immortal Wind Pharmaceuticals," "Full-time Bug," "The Chronicles of an Escape Husband in an Online Game"; Illustration: "The Talking Pen"]
575.28 Million words | 2020-10-23 12:45Update
Are there immortals beyond the Nine Heavens? Lin Feng, a young man of ordinary flesh, stumbles upon a fortuitous opportunity, embarking on the path of immortality with unyielding faith. Yet, his journey is filled with even greater perils and hardships than the mortal realm. How can a lowly and weak existence break free from countless shackles and carve out a path to immortality with his own strength? The enigmatic underground Beast God Palace, the ethereal Floating Cloud Immortal Palace, the hidden secrets of the Earth's dragon veins in the Eastern Land, and the ancient mystical fragments that have preserved countless dreams of ascension through the ages of immortality. Cultivating divine techniques, defying the heavens, step by step ascending to immortality! (Cultivation levels: Qi Refinement, Foundation Establishment, Golden Core, Nascent Soul, Refining Profound Qi, Primordial Spirit, Tribulation Crossing, Ascending to Immortality...) PS: This is a complete work, feel free to read. Also, I eagerly anticipate receiving countless clicks, bookmarks, flowers, and all kinds of votes!
326.54 Million words | 2021-06-20 07:00Update
The Eye of Heaven, the Pupil of Earth; with the art of the Pupil, the world changes color! The Wheel of Destiny, the cycle of cause and effect; once opened, there is no turning back! With a pair of extraordinary pupils that can determine fortune and misfortune, and see through all things in the world, what thrilling story will unfold? Witness "The Art of the Celestial Pupil"!
362.32 Million words | 2021-09-07 19:38Update
Xu Shuitian was a special forces soldier who sacrificed himself during a mission to combat tomb raiding in the imperial mausoleum. When he woke up, he found himself transformed into a drop of water in a mighty river. This river was called the Flowing Sands River, and in it resided a monster who had been banished from heaven and became the future Sha Monk or Sand Monk. Fortunately, Xu Shuitian became the disciple of the Sand Monk.
459.28 Million words | 2022-10-17 03:31Update
He, burdened with family vengeance, stepped into the realm of cultivation and fortuitously learnt the supreme technique of Yin-Yang Five Elements. The miraculous transformation began, and with his own efforts and the company of his partner, he finally avenged the great hatred.
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A student from an art academy, crossed over to a different world and became a mischievous six-year-old child. He made a living by creating lifelike erotic paintings, indulging in countless affairs with mature women. Wang Fo'er's catchphrase was, "Big sister, auntie, come take a bath with me!" With a stick in hand, he asked, are there any heroes in heaven or on earth that can match me?
223.29 Million words | 2020-07-26 12:25Update
The vast world gives rise to delusions, Bow down to the return of birds in the sun and moon! Feasting on the aspirations of the heavens and earth, amidst the clouds, Advancing in the brilliance of the moon, adorned with resplendent literature! The grand strategy spreads throughout the three realms, Disciples traverse the realms, encountering demons on their path! The resounding echoes sing of supernatural abilities, The unity of the heavens and earth emerges through a single path! Please read this book, Lin Zhiwen leads you to explore the inheritance of the Way, Narrating the hidden secrets of cultivation, When he transcends and ascends as a spiritual being, Do not forget the one who spreads the Way in the heavens and earth! With the heavens and earth as a guide, comprehend the freedom of supernatural abilities! The Way is the only path, we willingly consume it like dew! With supernatural abilities in hand, I possess the world! With the Way in hand, I possess supernatural abilities! With both the Way and supernatural abilities in hand, the heavens and earth are mine to roam, while spirits tremble with worry!
445.95 Million words | 2021-08-03 18:23Update
【This book has already been completed. Those who continue to support Old Yan can join the group: . Looking forward to everyone's arrival in the new book "Invincible Cultivation System".】Gentle saint, spicy junior sister, enchanting and mysterious fairy! With the magical jade pendant, Lin Tian accompanies the beauties to refine the gods, condense the soul, and challenge the Immortal Path through countless tribulations, sweeping across all realms, and creating an immortal court together with beauty for eternity!
389.32 Million words | 2023-01-20 00:15Update
Taoism originated in the Spring and Autumn period and has been passed down to this day with great vitality. The teachings of Taoism encompass a wide range of subjects, not only recording the lineage, rules, cultivation techniques, and rituals of Taoism, but also preserving valuable information on various disciplines in ancient China, such as philosophy, literature, medicine, health preservation, chemistry, music, and geography. In every dynasty, there are remarkable stories about individuals related to Taoism - those who are prominent in the world like the Celestial Master, who travels in purple robes and gold belts and persuades in the court; those who hide from the world like the Immortal Zhang Sanfeng, who disregards imperial orders; and those who are involved in worldly affairs, strategizing and achieving success from afar.
174.87 Million words | 2022-10-17 03:47Update
As a modern person, Zhao Xuan thought that his life was pretty good. Although he wasn't extremely wealthy, he had enough money to spare. But unexpectedly, he accidentally traversed through time. What's even more embarrassing was that after the time travel, he had to disguise himself as a fool... Fortunately, luck was on his side, as he gained the ability to travel through countless worlds. Starting from "Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils," he experienced various worlds such as "The Smiling, Proud Wanderer" and "The Legend of the Condor Heroes," transitioning from martial arts to the path of cultivation, tempering his heart along the way. However, in the end, he couldn't escape the consequences brought about by his current body... There is a poem: Once wandering through three thousand tribulations beyond the heavens, Now residing in the mortal realm for five hundred years. A purple lightning sword dangles by his waist, Crimson flames rise in the alchemical furnace. Riding a white tiger across the boundless sea, Mounting a green dragon to enter the heavenly cave. Trivial skills playfully entertain us, While no one knows that I am a true immortal. PS: Book club ( ).
252.74 Million words | 2020-08-09 07:43Update
In the past life, he was a serial killer who mercilessly slaughtered. In this life, his entire family was massacred. With a tumultuous fate, Zhang Feng embarked on the path of darkness. "I shall become the number one hypocrite in the martial world and deceive and kill everyone!" Standing before his parents' graves, Zhang Feng solemnly declared. ... At the peak of the snowy mountain, a black-clad figure wearing a golden mask held a gleaming cold blade against the neck of a stunning beauty. "Young Master Duan, Hero Xiao, the person beside me is not the leader of the Demon Sect. The true leader of the Demon Sect is your fourth brother, Zhang Feng. His intention is to bring calamity upon the people!" The beautiful woman said sorrowfully. "Nonsense! Since my debut, I have never killed an innocent person. When did I become the leader of the Demon Sect?" Zhang Feng said firmly. ...
576.92 Million words | 2022-05-23 06:28Update
With a mysterious golden ancient book, Xu Tianya found himself in a mysterious world where cultivators held the dominant power. As he merged into this world for his survival, the Mo Doctrine in that enigmatic ancient book greatly supported Xu Tianya. Initially intending to peacefully cultivate and spend the rest of his life in Cloud Rain Village, Xu Tianya was forced to face the fearsome enemies of the Ghost Path Sect as the war between the Great Han and Ming Kingdoms erupted. In the battles against the Ghost Path cultivators, Xu Tianya gradually became a renowned immortal master in the Great Han, earning the admiration of the Emperor and embarking on his legendary journey. Updates for this novel are scheduled for twice a day from Monday to Friday at approximately 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. On Saturdays and Sundays, one chapter will be released, usually around 3 p.m. If you enjoy this novel, please join the "Crazy Immortal" group on ()
387.38 Million words | 2023-01-16 06:27Update
What if Pigsy has read "Journey to the West" when he reincarnated? What if Pigsy obtained the world's top cultivation book, "The Wordless Heavenly Scripture"? Embarking on a pilgrimage? Count me in! I will vanquish demons, level up, and accumulate merit. Killing two birds with one stone! Chang'e, wait for me! Miss Gao, I'll snatch the treasures from the Tathagata for you! Sister Weak Water, marry me! Sun Wukong, all you have is a staff, which can be big or small. But Pigsy wields the Haotian
467.60 Million words | 2021-06-11 03:00Update
A hundred thousand years ago, the Hundred Saints ruled over the heavens and the gods retreated, as the vast and mighty winds brought forth the grandeur of humanity! A hundred thousand years later, the myriad of heavens and worlds flourish, and all races thrive, with no one able to ascend to the ranks of gods! This is the best of times and the worst of times. This is the primeval world in my heart!
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