I have become a huge fan of sherlock holmes of the last year, sitting down to read either the novels or short stories every so often. I've read almost all Doyle's works with Holmes as the lead and know it's time to take a break from Holmes for a while to read about someone else... any suggestions? thanks
2007-03-17 05:22:05 · 7 answers · asked by ron d 1 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Books & Authors
If you like the cerebral type of mystery, with more to the characters than relying on the blood and guts of the actual crime, then you'll really like some of the British mystery writers.
Dorothy Sayers' books date back to the 1930s, but are absolutely fascinating for the characters and plot developments. "Five Red Herrings" is one of her best, and features a continuing character, Lord Peter Wimsey.
P.D. James is another British author, more modern but excellent technique, fascinating plots, and rich characterizations.
If you have any taste for history at all, try the Brother Cadfael series by Ellis Peters, whose real name was Edith Pargeter. This series takes place in the 12th century, and the crimes are not as spectactular as something on C.S.I. but her details of daily life and her perception of the characters along with the portrayals are truly excellent.
2007-03-17 11:53:46 · answer #1 · answered by carraigcreative 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Janet Evanovich - The Plum series
Patricia Cornwell- Scarpetta Series
James Patterson - Alex Cross series
Michael Connely
Tess Gerritson
2007-03-17 09:25:49 · answer #2 · answered by venus_maria_1 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Johnathon Kellerman
Faye Kellerman
P. D. James
Kathy Reichs
Robert B. Parker
Dick Francis
Patricia Cornwell
Elmore Leonard
Janet Evanovich--These stories are quick readin and too funny. She will keep you in stitches.
All of these writers a prolific and write in series as well as a few stand alones. Get yourself to the library and get started.
This is just the short list.
Just thought of some more...Sue Grafton, Lisa Scottolini, Michael Chriton, Michael Connely.
2007-03-17 05:39:10 · answer #3 · answered by valducci53 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Agatha Christie.
2007-03-17 05:29:11 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 5⤊ 0⤋
Dashel Hammett!!
2007-03-17 05:33:28 · answer #5 · answered by sunkissed 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Rex Stout.
2007-03-17 05:24:58 · answer #6 · answered by mmd 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
James Patterson, Janet Evanovich. Lary Crews' books are out of print, but they're good, too. (yes, one "r")
2007-03-17 05:26:32 · answer #7 · answered by catintrepid 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋