Mystery
Read Mystery Classics in English
906 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 The Daffodil Mystery, The D'Arblay mystery and The Czar's Spy: The Mystery of a Silent Love. 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 B2MysteryMysterious Mr. SabinAmid London’s glittering supper scene, a mysterious duo captures the attention of curious onlookers who scramble to uncover their identity.
Level C1MysteryMysteries of Paris — Volume 03In the labyrinthine heart of Paris, a cunning countess schemes to wed a grand duke, weaving deceit and ambition around a hidden child whose true identity could unravel her plans.
Level B2MysteryMy friend the murderer, and other mysteries and adventuresA prison doctor in remote Australia encounters Maloney, a notorious murderer whose defiant story might shatter the monotony of his isolated life.
Level B2MysteryMy friend the murdererIn a grim Australian prison, a weary doctor encounters Maloney, a notorious bushranger whose fierce defiance and dark past promise a gripping tale of murder and survival beneath th…
Level C1MysteryMy Strangest CaseIn the sultry heart of Singapore, a shadowy hotel becomes the crossroads of secrets and intrigue, where mysterious patrons whisper of danger and deception.
Level C1MysteryMy Lady's MoneyWhen a series of mysterious letters from a struggling artist threaten to unravel her late husband's legacy, Lady Lydiard must confront secrets tied to family, art, and unexpected d…
Level B2MysteryMurderer's BaseOn a remote asteroid, two space beacon servicemen uncover a radioactive treasure, but greed turns deadly as one plots to eliminate his cautious partner to claim the prize alone.
Level C1MysteryMurder in the mazeAmid the serene Whistlefield estate, twin brothers—one a formidable barrister entangled in a complex case, the other a mysterious fortune-holder—navigate family tensions and secret…
Level C1MysteryMuch Darker DaysA showman haunted by lost love and bitter betrayal navigates a world of ambition and dark secrets, where beauty masks danger and every encounter threatens to unravel his carefully…
Level C1MysteryMrs. Vanderstein's jewelsIn a luxurious Mayfair home buzzing with royal visitors, Mrs.
Level C1MysteryMrs. Raffles: Being the Adventures of an Amateur CrackswomanLeft penniless after the death of her notorious partner, a skilled but struggling thief discovers a mysterious advertisement seeking a "Bunny" butler—could it be a secret summons f…
Level C1MysteryMrs. Balfame: A NovelA poised woman, long simmering with resentment, resolves to commit murder to escape the stifling confines of her marriage and assert her independence.
Level C1MysteryMrs PeixadaA young lawyer is unexpectedly drawn into a chilling case when Mr.
Level C1MysteryMr. StandfastA decorated soldier is summoned from the front lines to undertake a secret, high-stakes mission under a new identity, navigating a shadowy world of espionage where loyalty and patr…
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 B2MysteryMr. Marx's SecretWhen the long-lost Squire Ravenor, presumed dead after a yacht disaster, is found alive on a remote Pacific island, a quiet Midland county stirs with excitement and secrets.
Level B2MysteryMr. Justice RafflesA vanished Raffles returns from the mysterious spa town of Carlsbad, gaunt and weary, prompting his old friend Bunny into a tale of deception, stolen emeralds, and a daring plan to…
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 B2MysteryMotor Matt's Mystery; or, Foiling a Secret PlotIn a lively Western town, Motor Matt, a fearless and athletic lad, stumbles upon a chaotic clash involving a mischievous Dutch boy and eccentric locals—unraveling a secret plot tha…
Level B2MysteryMotor Matt's Mariner; or, Filling the Bill for BunceTwo friends, Motor Matt and cowboy Joe McGlory, stumble upon a mysterious moving-picture show depicting a sinister plot involving a priceless ruby known as the Eye of Buddha.
Level B2MysteryMotor Matt's Daring Rescue; or, The Strange Case of Helen BradyIn a Western town shadowed by crime, Motor Matt—a fearless young motorist—and his allies face a tangled mystery when Helen Brady, daughter of a convicted thief, vanishes without a…
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 B2MysteryMiss Cayley's AdventuresA spirited young woman, newly independent and unwilling to teach, sets out to embrace the bustling city of London and seize any adventure or opportunity that fate might offer her.
Level B2MysteryMinkieWhen a mysterious guest named Schwartz arrives unexpectedly at Dale End on Christmas Eve, Minkie and her quirky gang—led by Bobby, the horse—set out to uncover his secrets, blendin…
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 B2MysteryMidnight In Beauchamp Row: 1895On a stormy Christmas Eve, a young bride is left alone with a bag of cash her husband must protect at all costs, setting the stage for a night filled with tension and mystery in a…
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 B2MysteryMaster tales of mystery, Volume 2 (of 3)A brilliant logician known as The Thinking Machine boldly claims he can escape any prison cell using only his intellect.
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 B2MysteryMaster Tales of Mystery, Volume 3In a quiet Connecticut town shaken by the mysterious poisoning of a rising actress, two determined men rush to unravel a tangled web of secrets, suspicious notes, and hidden motive…
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 B2MysteryMary Louise at DorfieldIn a town struggling to regain its prewar calm, Mary Louise and her friends confront the restlessness and shifting roles of young women eager to find purpose beyond old expectation…
Level B2MysteryMary Louise and the Liberty GirlsIn a small town struggling to meet its Liberty Bond quota during wartime, Mary Louise and her friends step up to prove that even the humblest girls can make a vital difference thro…
Level B2MysteryMary Louise and Josie O'GormanWhen a young widow faces sudden poverty, she teams up with her friend Josie, a skilled detective and laundress, to rebuild their lives through a quaint shop and a bold charitable p…
Level B2MysteryMary Louise Stands the TestAmid whispers of fortune and fading health, Mary Louise faces the challenge of her grandfather’s growing suspicion toward Danny, the scarred war hero she loves.
Level B2MysteryMary Louise Solves a MysteryAn eleven-year-old girl anxiously awaits news about her critically ill mother, whose days may be numbered.
Level B2MysteryMary Louise Adopts a SoldierAs the Dorfield Regiment returns from war, Mary Louise and her grandfather prepare to welcome the soldiers home, eager to help any displaced men find their place in a community sti…