Mystery
Read Mystery Classics in English
253 mystery books at CEFR A2 to C2 — learn English by reading the stories worth reading. Select any word for an instant translation, listen to the narration read the page aloud, and save the vocabulary you meet. Pick your level and start with a free sample.
What are the best mystery classics to read in English as a learner?
The best mystery classics for English learners are the well-known titles you can read in the original — start with Pocket Island: A Story of Country Life in New England, Phineas Redux and Pharos, The Egyptian: A Romance. Each one is labelled with a CEFR level, any word you do not know is one selection away from a translation, and the narration reads the page aloud while it highlights the words.
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Level C1MysteryMr. PetreA man returns to England after years abroad, burdened by financial troubles and a mysterious sense of detachment that clouds his memory and actions.
Level C1MysteryMr. Meeson's WillIn a ruthless publishing empire driven by profit, a fierce rivalry erupts between branches across the globe, threatening the vast Meeson’s establishment.
Level C1MysteryMr. Justice MaxellIn the shadowy streets of Tangier, a restless King’s Counsel navigates the uncertain terrain of politics, finance, and a tantalizing gold mining venture.
Level C1MysteryMonsieur Lecoq, v. 2In a humble cottage overlooking a vast valley, a young woman wrestles with a painful secret that forces her to reject the man she loves, while those around her seek to uncover the…
Level C1MysteryMonsieur Lecoq, v. 1In the shadowed, dangerous streets of 19th-century Paris, a seasoned police inspector leads a squad into a notorious district where criminals lurk and danger is constant.
Level C1MysteryMonsieur Judas: A ParadoxIn the sleepy town of Jarlchester, a sudden murder shatters the quiet, drawing a keen London detective into a puzzling inquest at the Hungry Man Inn, where every detail from a myst…
Level C1MysteryMississippi Outlaws and the Detectives: Don Pedro and the Detectives; Poisoner and the DetectivesIn the lawless post-war South, daring express robberies and elusive outlaws challenge the wits and courage of detectives determined to bring justice.
Level C1MysteryMiss or Mrs.?Aboard a silent schooner yacht, tensions ripple beneath the calm sea as Richard Turlington oversees a holiday voyage with his medical attendant and the Graybrooke family, sparking…
Level C1MysteryMiss Mephistopheles: A Novel: (Sequel to Madame Midas.)On a gloomy Melbourne evening, two contrasting young men—an idealistic pianist-turned-journalist and a rugged sportsman-aspiring writer—find themselves drawn into a web of mystery…
Level C1MysteryMiss Maitland, Private SecretaryAmidst the unraveling of a wealthy family's troubled marriage, secrets and societal judgments collide at Grasslands estate, where loyalties are tested and a private secretary might…
Level C1MysteryMiss Hildreth: A Novel, Volume 3When Patricia Hildreth is suddenly arrested on a shocking criminal warrant, her friends race against time to uncover the truth and rescue her from the grim confines of prison, expo…
Level C1MysteryMilly DarrellAt nineteen, a young governess leaves her loving home to face the bleak, lonely world of Albury Lodge, where cold halls and stern faces challenge her courage and resolve.
Level C1MysteryMcAllister and His DoubleA solitary clubman’s Christmas takes a strange turn when a mysterious double appears, thrusting him into a night of unsettling events and shadowy confrontations.
Level C1MysteryMax CarradosA private inquiry agent seeks the truth behind a rare ancient coin whose authenticity could mean the difference between freedom and arrest.
Level C1MysteryMasterpieces of Mystery in Four Volumes: Mystic-Humorous StoriesA skeptic visits an isolated folk-lorist to challenge his mystical beliefs, only to encounter eerie, uncanny moments amid the serene moorlands.
Level C1MysteryMaster tales of mystery, Volume 1 (of 3)Step into a world where every locked door hides a secret and every shadow may conceal a clue.
Level C1MysteryMaster of His FateIn a vibrant London club where art, science, and literature mingle, Julius Courtney captivates with his restless curiosity and enigmatic presence.
Level C1MysteryMary ReganIn a dazzling New York restaurant where society's elite and shadowy figures collide, Clifford waits for Mary Regan, grappling with six months of silence and the blurred lines betwe…
Level C1MysteryMartin Hewitt, InvestigatorA sharp young investigator breaks away from a prestigious law firm to start his own detective agency, tackling perplexing cases with keen observation and unorthodox methods.
Level C1MysteryManaliveA fierce wind sweeps through Beacon House, stirring dormant spirits and igniting a mysterious drama among its discontented residents.
Level C1MysteryMan and MaidA sudden inheritance forces a reluctant man to return from a carefree holiday to an eerie family estate where he must confront an enigmatic cousin and a bizarre will that threatens…
Level C1MysteryMajor BarbaraIn a grand London home, a determined matriarch confronts her reluctant son about their complicated family and the surprising choices of her daughter Barbara, who has joined the Sal…
Level C1MysteryMademoiselle of Monte CarloAt Monte Carlo's infamous "Suicide’s Table," a striking woman known as Mademoiselle of Monte Carlo captivates gamblers with her extraordinary luck, while a young Englishman seeks h…
Level C1MysteryMadeline Payne, the Detective's DaughterRaised in loneliness and shadowed by cruelty, a young woman yearns for freedom and true happiness beyond her oppressive home.
Level C1MysteryM. or N. "Similia similibus curantur."Amid a stormy Channel night, a haunted Englishman wanders Calais sands, burdened by grief and desperate memories of love, loss, and reckless devotion.
Level C1MysteryLucretia — CompleteIn a dark tale of family secrets and moral struggle, a woman named Lucretia confronts the haunting influence of wealth and impatience on human character, revealing how early circum…
Level C1MysteryLucius Davoren; or, Publicans and sinners, vol. 3Amidst the lush gardens and genteel society of an English fête, a restless man wrestles with jealousy and discontent, haunted by love lost and a dark past.
Level C1MysteryLove and hatredIn a tangled web of friendship and unspoken desires, a sudden confession of love shatters the delicate balance between Laura, her husband Godfrey, and his enigmatic friend Oliver,…
Level C1MysteryLost Sir Massingberd: A Romance of Real Life. v. 2/2A young man navigates the dark intrigues surrounding the enigmatic Sir Massingberd, whose ruthless nature and shadowy past cast a sinister pall over Fairburn Hall and its loyal yet…
Level C1MysteryLost Sir Massingberd: A Romance of Real Life. v. 1/2In a quiet midland village ruled by the feared Sir Massingberd Heath, a young pupil under the local rector recalls the dark shadow cast by this ruthless despot.
Level C1MysteryLost Man's Lane: A Second Episode in the Life of Amelia ButterworthA woman of principle and keen intellect reluctantly returns to detective work when a perplexing case of mysterious disappearances haunts a remote mountain village.
Level C1MysteryLife and Confession of Sophia Hamilton: Who was Tried, Condemned and Sentenced to be Hung, at Montreal, L. C. on the 4th of August, 1845, for the Perpetration of the Most Shocking Murders and Daring Robberies Perhaps Recorded in the Annals of CrimeIn a tightly knit community, Sophia Hamilton faces trial for chilling murders and audacious robberies that defy societal norms, revealing a dark tale of crime, moral collapse, and…
Level C1MysteryLaughing Bill Hyde and Other StoriesA cunning ex-convict with a sharp wit and a knack for mischief escapes his past and embarks on a restless journey through the American West, using charm and trickery to survive in…
Level C1MysteryLanagan, Amateur DetectiveA seasoned San Francisco police reporter with unparalleled access to law enforcement and underworld figures navigates a tangled web of crime, corruption, and courtroom intrigue, us…
Level C1MysteryKitty Alone: A Story of Three Fires (vol. 3 of 3)A man haunted by crime and misfortune races against fate to secure his inheritance while grappling with guilt and suspicion.
Level C1MysteryKerfol: 1916A solitary visitor explores the eerie, ancient estate of Kerfol in Brittany, drawn by its haunting silence and mysterious tombs.
Level C1MysteryKastle Krags: A Story of MysteryIn the shadowed, moss-draped forests along the slow-moving Ochakee River, a mysterious gloom lingers over the wildlife and ancient lands.
Level C1MysteryKarl GrierA man with a mysterious sixth sense, Karl Grier navigates a world where his extraordinary mental powers clash with skeptical science and societal norms.
Level C1MysteryJonah's LuckA weary traveler, burdened by unseen troubles, stumbles upon a remote inn shrouded in fog and mystery.
Level C1MysteryJohnny Ludlow, Sixth SeriesA determined group sets off to surprise a friend by renting her seaside drawing-room, only to find themselves lost in a mysterious place called Montpellier-by-Sea—an agricultural e…
Level C1MysteryJohnny Ludlow, Second SeriesWhen a fifty-pound cheque vanishes during a tense market-day negotiation, Johnny Ludlow finds himself entangled in a perplexing mystery involving family ties, rivalries, and hidden…
Level C1MysteryJohn Silence, Physician ExtraordinaryA physician with extraordinary psychic abilities tackles baffling cases that defy ordinary medicine, exploring the mysterious forces behind unseen afflictions and the fragile bound…
Level C1MysteryJewel Mysteries, from a Dealer's Note BookOn a gloomy day in Piccadilly, a mysterious man arrives at a jeweler’s shop, unveiling an extraordinary opal of dazzling beauty and intrigue.
Level C1MysteryJessica Trent: Her Life on a RanchA spirited horseback chase through narrow canyon trails leads a stranger to the remote Sobrante ranch, where he meets Jessica Trent, a fearless rider who shares her unique life amo…
Level C1MysteryJesse James' Desperate Game; Or, The Robbery of the Ste. Genevieve BankIn a lively Missouri spring town where danger lurks beneath carefree revelry, three sharply dressed outlaws led by Jesse James blend into the crowd, plotting a daring $10,000 bank…
Level C1MysteryJennie Baxter, JournalistA determined young journalist uses her charm and wit to secure a coveted position at a bustling metropolitan newspaper, navigating the cutthroat world of journalism and ambition.
Level C1MysteryJean of the Lazy AAt the Lazy A ranch, sixteen-year-old Jean’s cheerful morning routines mask an imminent disaster that will shatter the peace of her home and those she loves.
Level C1MysteryJason: A RomanceIn the fragrant dusk of Paris, Ste.