Mystery
Read Mystery Classics in English
1,736 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 £19,000, Zero the Slaver: A Romance of Equatorial Africa and Zero Data. 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 C1MysterySome Adventures of Mr. Surelock KeysStep into the curious world of Mr.
Level C1MysterySnow-blindA cryptic radio message to a distant Royal Canadian Mounted Police sergeant unexpectedly reaches Kitchener Tearl in New York, stirring memories of his family's mysterious past in t…
Level B2MysterySnarled Identities; Or, A Desperate TangleA detective’s rare vacation is interrupted by shocking news of a notorious criminal’s fiery death, setting the stage for a tangled mystery that only Nick Carter can unravel before…
Level C1MysterySlighted loveA young woman with dark, mysterious beauty uncovers her mother’s tragic past—a murder accusation that shattered their lives and left them branded outcasts.
Level B1MysterySix little Bunkers at Grandma Bell'sSix energetic Bunker siblings transform a rainy day into an imaginative steamboat adventure, filled with riddles and playful mysteries.
Level B2MysterySix Feet FourA fierce mountain storm traps a diverse group of strangers at a remote road house, where secrets and suspicions brew as they await the arrival of a missing stagecoach driver.
Level C1MysterySimonA solitary, secretive man undertakes a covert journey through desolate moors and a quiet town, carefully avoiding recognition while harboring a mysterious purpose.
Level C1MysterySilent guestsA young lawyer’s quest to uncover the fate of a missing English heir leads him deep into the Canadian wilderness, where eerie warnings and a sinister estate named Craighead Hall hi…
Level C1MysterySidonia, the Sorceress : the Supposed Destroyer of the Whole Reigning Ducal House of Pomerania — Volume 2In 17th-century Pomerania, Sidonia, a feared sorceress confined to a convent, faces accusations, dark plots, and deadly conflicts as she confronts witchcraft trials and political i…
Level B2MysteryShuddering castleIn a secluded Long Island castle, a reclusive family’s quiet life shatters when a scientist’s quest to contact Mars via radio sparks eerie phenomena and a mysterious visitor from t…
Level B2MysterySharing Her Crime: A NovelOn a stormy Christmas Eve, a cold, commanding widow summons a mysterious doctor to a shadowy mansion where secrets and sinister plots begin to unfold beneath the eerie glow of a si…
Level B2MysteryShadowed by a detectiveA detective navigates a maze of intriguing cases, from stolen pay trains to mysterious puzzles, each demanding sharp wit and courage.
Level B2MysteryShadow, the Mysterious DetectiveOn a stormy night, a mysterious murder shocks the city, drawing Detective Howard into a dark investigation where danger lurks and secrets threaten to unravel.
Level C1MysterySeven Keys to BaldpateA chance encounter at a desolate railway station pulls a cynical writer into a mysterious woman's sorrow, setting the stage for a suspenseful tale where secrets unfold behind locke…
Level B2MysterySergeant Silk, the Prairie ScoutA skilled scout and a young gentleman cross the vast Canadian prairie, where a mysterious stranger accused of a crime seeks the help of a North-West Mounted Police sergeant to clea…
Level C1MysterySecret Service; or, Recollections of a City DetectiveIn a decaying borough rife with bribery and corruption, a seasoned city detective navigates the murky world of electioneering, uncovering the sordid tactics behind political power…
Level B2MysterySea Mew AbbeyA grieving sailor seeks refuge for his motherless infant at a remote convent overlooking the sea, where secrets and sorrow intertwine beneath the abbey’s solemn walls.
Level B2MysteryScott Burton on the RangeAn eager newcomer to the rugged West encounters a seasoned old rancher whose tales of fierce rivalries and vast mountain ranges reveal a land shaped by courage, conflict, and the r…
Level B2MysteryScott Burton and the Timber ThievesA determined forest patrolman arrives in Florida to track down elusive timber thieves plundering the Okalatchee woods, armed with little more than a vague letter and his own grit.
Level C1MysteryScarhaven KeepWhen the punctual star of a theatrical company mysteriously fails to appear for rehearsal, a nervous young playwright finds himself caught in unexpected intrigue behind the scenes,…
Level C1MysterySaved from herselfA neglected daughter escapes her cold, scheming mother’s shadow to explore the vibrant streets of London, risking exposure and scandal as she seeks freedom and her own place in a w…
Level C1MysterySant of the Secret Service: Some Revelations of Spies and SpyingIn the shadowy world of espionage during wartime Europe, a daring secret agent races to uncover a hidden enemy submarine base off the Spanish coast, enlisting the help of a brillia…
Level C1MysterySamuel Boyd of Catchpole Square: A MysteryIn a decayed London mansion, Samuel Boyd ruthlessly collects debts amid relics of lost grandeur.
Level C1MysterySalomy JaneIn a tense frontier standoff, two captured outlaws face a grim fate while Salomy Jane, a bold and enigmatic local beauty, defies expectations by forging a daring connection with on…
Level B2MysteryRuth Fielding on the St. Lawrence; Or, The Queer Old Man of the Thousand IslandsAt a vibrant wedding filled with flags and military honors, a spirited young woman finds herself drawn into the mysteries surrounding a quirky old man of the Thousand Islands, unve…
Level B2MysteryRuth Fielding of the Red Mill; Or, Jasper Parloe's SecretA determined young girl leaves her old home for the mysterious Red Mill, where secrets and new friendships await in the quiet town of Cheslow.
Level B1MysteryRuth Fielding in the Great Northwest; Or, The Indian Girl Star of the MoviesIn the rugged Northwest, Ruth Fielding and her friends navigate post-war challenges and lingering fears while enjoying a carefree car ride, but beneath their laughter lies a shadow…
Level B2MysteryRuth Fielding at Snow Camp; Or, Lost in the BackwoodsWhen Ruth and her friends head to a remote winter camp deep in the backwoods, a thrilling adventure unfolds amid icy rivers, mysterious signs, and the looming presence of a fierce…
Level B2MysteryRuth Fielding at Briarwood Hall; or, Solving the Campus MysteryA bright young girl, Ruth Fielding, leaves her rural home to attend school at Briarwood Hall, where she soon finds herself entangled in a captivating campus mystery.
Level B2MysteryRuth Fielding and the Gypsies; Or, The Missing Pearl NecklaceWhen a miller's errand goes mysteriously awry, quick-witted Ruth Fielding insists on rowing the dangerous river herself, setting off on a daring quest that may unravel the secrets…
Level B1MysteryRuth Fielding In the Saddle; Or, College Girls in the Land of GoldCollege girls Ruth, Helen, and Jennie embark on a daring horseback journey into the rugged Hualapai Range, blending friendship and adventure amidst the challenges of the wild land…
Level B2MysteryRuth Fielding Down East; Or, The Hermit of Beach Plum PointAs a fierce summer storm brews over a quiet riverside mill, Ruth Fielding senses more than just bad weather—a mysterious presence lurks nearby.
Level B2MysteryRuth Fielding At College; or, The Missing Examination PapersAs Ruth Fielding prepares to leave home for college, a mysterious adrift boat and the promise of missing examination papers set the stage for a thrilling puzzle.
Level C1MysteryRunning the Gauntlet: A NovelIn the bustling heart of London’s legal world, two brothers run a unique law firm: one caters to the city’s elite, the other defends the desperate criminals lurking in shadowy cour…
Level C1MysteryRun to Earth: A NovelIn the shadowy taverns of 19th-century London’s Ratcliff Highway, a seasoned sea captain and his cunning clerk navigate perilous trade and hidden dangers.
Level B1MysteryRoy Blakeley's Silver Fox PatrolA group of scouts discovers an old railroad car to transform into their secret meeting place, sparking their imaginations with mysterious secrets and thrilling adventures.
Level C1MysteryRound the Fire StoriesDive into a chilling collection where the grotesque and mysterious unfold by the fireside, centered around Lionel Dacre's eerie Parisian house filled with occult lore and dark expe…
Level B2MysteryRosalind at Red GateA mysterious telegram summons a stranger to a secluded house at Annandale, thrusting the narrator into a web of enigmatic troubles and unexpected duties.
Level C1MysteryRoom Number 3, and Other Detective StoriesIn a remote tavern shadowed by ancient woods, a young woman’s strange description of Room Number 3 clashes with chilling reality, drawing a deputy sheriff and coroner into a perple…
Level C1MysteryRoom 13Imprisoned and branded a mug, Johnny Gray endures harsh days in a grim Dartmoor prison, surrounded by hardened criminals and whispers of a master forger known as young Legge.
Level C1MysteryRomance IslandA sudden inheritance transforms a struggling journalist into a yacht owner, thrusting him into a world of wealth and mystery.
Level C1MysteryRoland Yorke: A Sequel to "The Channings"Under the eerie glow of a bright moon, a solemn crowd gathers in a cathedral town to witness the burial of a mysterious gentleman in a hastily dug grave at a crossroads—sparking wh…
Level B2MysteryRogues' HavenTwo boys caught poaching face a dangerous chase and an unexpected collision with a mysterious gentleman, Mr.
Level B2MysteryRogues and VagabondsStranded on a calm yet doomed ship far from help, survivors of the Bon Espoir face haunting isolation and a deadly secret as they await rescue that may never come.
Level B2MysteryRevenge!In a bitter marriage marked by relentless hatred, John Bodman plots a chilling scheme to murder his wife during their Alpine retreat, concealing deadly intent beneath the serene mo…
Level B1MysteryReuben Stone's discoveryLeft in charge of his father's struggling mill, a determined young miller faces mounting debts, suspicious rumors, and perilous challenges as he fights to save his family’s legacy…
Level C1MysteryRedlaw, the half-breed; or, The tangled trail. A tale of the settlementsIn a frontier town plagued by counterfeit money and stock theft, a determined group forms a vigilance committee to uncover the hidden criminals.
Level C1MysteryRed acesA young man’s passionate love turns to suspicion when he discovers his mysterious lover meeting secretly with an older man, revealing hidden secrets and testing the trust between t…