15 Best Modern Detective Books

Classic detective stories are better known to readers. But there are many fans of modern books and authors who never cease to amaze with their talent and ingenuity. The detective genre now has many directions - noir, intellectual, criminal, ironic detective. There are works with a touch of mysticism and philosophy. Some books are read literally in one evening, others make you think and worry. In each of these areas there are talented authors and their successful work. This rating will introduce you to the best modern Russian and foreign detectives.

The best Russian modern detectives

There are not so many modern Russian detective stories that can really claim the role of serious literature. Some books are reminiscent of another series about the police. But among them there are really interesting, action-packed, well-written works.

5 The hunter wants to know

Female detectives never cease to amaze with their ability to deftly confuse plots, give them some kind of zest, and not be afraid to weave moments into the story that make the whole body shudder. A hasty businessman who has amassed a huge fortune is hung from the railing of the stairs of his own luxurious home. The story begins quite trivially - rich people always have a lot of envious people, and business is sometimes cruel.

But the case comes to a standstill, and the major investigating the crime has to dig deeper and deeper. He realizes that he missed one important detail - during the search, discs with children's films were found in the safe. After reviewing them, the servant of the law is horrified - the businessman really deserved to die. But knowing his dirty secrets puts his life at risk.

4 Raven's fall

It would seem that there is nothing new and original in the plot of this book. But she wrote interesting, lively and exciting. "Fall of the Raven" will appeal to fans of the action-packed crime detective. Interest in reading is supported by the fact that the story is based on real events, as well as the knowledge of all the intricacies of the underworld by the author, who saw all the ins and outs of his duty.

Here, fans of the modern Russian crime detective will find all the main components of the genre - the mafia, crime bosses, the love of a crime lord for a girl prosecutor. In general, you will not be bored.

3 The Creator's Mistake

The book will appeal to lovers of light, but fascinating reading. The action takes place in Moscow. Two investigators are faced with a difficult case - successful and beautiful people die one after another - actresses, fashion models, TV presenters. Moreover, no matter how similar these crimes are, they cannot be connected with each other. As the plot develops, events become more and more confused, more and more questions appear, the investigation comes to a standstill.

Innocent people die, innocent people confess to killing them, and the real culprit goes free again. This book will not let fans of action-packed reading get bored. Some consider the plot a little predictable, but in general the work is interesting and lively.

2 Alchemist Formula

If you are tired of typical stories, try to plunge into the world of riddles, mysterious chemical formulas and government intrigues. The disgraced scientist alchemist Gorsky discovers the secret of gold transmutation. After some time, he dies under mysterious circumstances, and his formula ends up in the hands of criminals who begin to blackmail the government, threatening to collapse the national currency.

And then the shrewd detective Ardov gets down to business. Now the fate of the Russian Empire depends on him. He will have to find out whether it is really possible to produce cheap gold, and who these criminals are.The plot attracts precisely with its unusualness, intricacy, and at times tension.

1 Azazel

Boris Akunin is one of the brightest Russian authors of the modern detective novel. Many of his work "Azazel" is familiar from the film of the same name, based on the book. A conspiracy detective captivates literally from the first pages and immerses the reader into the wonderful world of intrigue, intricate crimes and love. It was the versatility of the plot that became the main reason that the book was loved by readers of different tastes, genders and age categories, and even those who are not too fond of detective stories.

The noble and attractive Erast Fandorin is just a clerk in the police department. But he comes across a confusing case of a bizarre student suicide and investigates it. Dangerous opponents, influential people will stand in his way. Will he be able to get to the bottom of the truth, find out for yourself.

The best foreign modern detectives

There are a lot of popular books among modern foreign detectives. Some of them have become world bestsellers, published in many languages, and published in huge numbers. Here you can find works written in a variety of genres - intellectual detective, noir, thrillers. Readers are waiting for intricate plots, unexpected turns of events and unpredictable outcomes.

5 chestnut man

You will not be able to tear yourself away from this story for a minute. A dangerous maniac is operating in Copenhagen, keeping everyone in fear.As befits serial killers, at the site of his cruel, bloody crimes, he leaves a business card - a little man made of chestnuts and matches. Two detectives take on this difficult case. They understand that they need to act quickly, because the maniac is not going to stop.

What was their surprise when they found traces of prints of a little girl, the daughter of a well-known politician, who disappeared and allegedly killed about a year ago, on the chestnut men. The suspect in this case is already in jail. What then does all this mean? The riddle is complex, but it must be solved at all costs.

4 Planners

A truly exquisite noir detective story. You will not find anything similar on the shelves of bookstores. The strange real world created by the author is both frightening and attractive. This is a book about a man who was raised by a killer, a strange and terrible person. He just killed, never wondering why and why he does it, because those are the rules. He knows that behind every murder there are planners who think through each crime to the smallest detail. But one day he crosses the line, against the rules. Now he faces a difficult choice - to remain a puppet of planners or start building his own life.

Intriguing twists, tension, bright, extraordinary characters, a peculiar philosophy, noir detective - this book really deserves the closest attention. This is one of the best works of the genre from modern foreign literature.

3 sisters

Do you want to tickle your nerves and rack your brains over solving an unusual crime? Then the modern foreign detective "Sisters" is exactly for you. The bodies of two sisters are found on the river bank. They are dressed in first communion dresses, tied to trees across from each other. The case seems obvious to the young investigator - he suspects the famous writer of violent thrillers, who recently wrote the book "The First Communion".

But the matter is not as simple as it seemed at first. After 25 years, history repeats itself - the corpse of a woman in the same outfit is again found. And the same investigator again takes over the case. Who is behind all this horror?

2 Flemish board

This modern foreign detective can be recommended to anyone who loves challenging puzzles. An intricate story that is impossible to predict and an extraordinary plot keep the reader in suspense until the very last page. Written in the genre of an intellectual detective story, the book is multifaceted and paradoxical. Time travel, unexpected plot twists - you will not rest until you solve this riddle.

Violent crimes are taking place these days, and the only clue to their solution is an old painting. For every wrong step, one has to pay with human life. Try to solve this difficult riddle together with the characters of the book. Can you understand the author's intent?

1 fourth monkey

Early in the morning in Chicago, a pedestrian dies under the wheels of a bus.It is difficult to identify him - there are no documents, and his face has turned into a bloody mess. At first glance, this is quite a common occurrence. But there is one interesting detail - the man was carrying a box with a human ear inside.

Chicago PD has been battling a serial killer case for ten years. And the human ear found at the scene is his sign. Has the elusive criminal ended his life under the wheels of a bus? But no. He simply defies the police, leaving mocking and sophisticated clues. For those who like to tickle their nerves, this modern foreign detective story is definitely recommended for reading.

The best novelties of detective books

Some books become popular shortly after being published. They owe their popularity not only to the name of the author, but also to a really interesting plot. We invite you to familiarize yourself with the most fascinating, unusual and popular novelties of detectives over the past couple of years.

5 Deadly secrets

Another book about the charming detective Erica Foster. If you haven't read her previous investigations, be sure to do so. Atmospheric novels with unpredictable plots will appeal to all lovers of the modern foreign detective story. This time she is investigating a series of brutal murders committed by a mysterious tall man in a gas mask.

But the closer she gets to the truth, the more vulnerable she becomes. Many readers call this book one of the best detective stories. It reads quickly, in one breath, keeps you in suspense until the very end. It is so interesting that it can be read in one evening.

4 Here lies Daniel Tate

Ten-year-old boy Daniel Tate goes missing. Attempts to find him lead nowhere. Until six years later, a young man matching the description is found on a snowy Vancouver street. After a short silence, he calls himself Daniel and tells the story of his abduction and rescue. Relatives are happy that their family is together again.

The story might even seem slightly banal, if not for one "but" - this is not Daniel. Perhaps the boy never disappeared. What then really happened? The impostor must get to the bottom of the truth, otherwise the same fate awaits him. Readers are in awe - they call this book one of the best works, among those that they had to read in modern literature. Recommended to anyone who loves interesting stories and unpredictable endings.

3 Absolute Proof

This book breaks the idea of ​​detectives, but it leaves no one indifferent. The author has been writing it for about 30 years, so every word in it is carefully thought out. There are no inaccuracies. Written in the best traditions of an intellectual detective, it is on a par with Dan Brown, John Grisham. This is not just a thriller, and not just a detective story. The book tries to answer one of the most important questions of mankind. What would happen if God were real?

Dr. Harry F. Cook receives absolute proof of the existence of God.But what happens if you present this evidence to people? What consequences will this entail? The old doctor, unable to finish what he started on his own, gives the manuscript with the coordinates of the evidence to the journalist. Now this mission lies on his shoulders.

2 Hidden in the dark

An interesting detective line, a talented psychological thriller - the author of the novelty has an excellent command of the word. Her work quickly became a national bestseller in Britain. The story is really unusual - in the locked basement of a residential building, the police find a barely alive woman and child. The woman is frightened and exhausted, refuses to make contact. But neither the owner of the house nor his neighbors had seen them before. Inspector Adam Fowley will have to unravel this difficult case.

The best praise for this book is the rave reviews from readers. It is called a breath of fresh air among hundreds of identical and faceless novels. The detective read excitedly, not finding the strength to break away from the tense plot. Time spent reading this book will be well spent.

1 Last child

The protagonist of the book is a boy who lost everything in one day. After the disappearance of her sister, life went downhill. The father left, unable to bear the burden of guilt, the mother found oblivion in alcohol. He has no choice but to start searching for his missing sister on his own. When all the surroundings have been studied, all possible people have been excluded from the list of suspects, it would seem that nothing can be done. But one incident kindles his hope with renewed vigor.

Before the eyes of the boy, a terrible chase with a fatal outcome flares up. And it is the last words of the downed motorcyclist that give him a clue. The author of this novelty is considered the only writer who has twice won the prestigious Edgar Allan Poe literary award in a short period of time. This is truly one of the best and most dynamic detectives.

Popular vote - which modern detective book do you consider the best?
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Azazel

Alchemist Formula

The Creator's Mistake

Raven's fall

The hunter wants to know

fourth monkey

Flemish board

sisters

Planners

chestnut man

Last child

Hidden in the dark

Absolute Proof

Here lies Daniel Tate

Deadly secrets

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