12 Best Murder Mystery Audiobooks to Enjoy in 2025

Discover the best murder mystery audiobooks, packed with twists and thrilling plots. Perfect for those long commutes or relaxing evenings.

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The hunt for the best murder mystery audiobooks is like a thrilling whodunit itself. We’ve sifted through countless twists and turns, focusing on gripping plots, intriguing characters, and spine-tingling suspense. Whether it’s a classic tale or a modern masterpiece, the books we picked promise to keep you on the edge of your seat. Prepare yourself for a dive into a world of intrigue and mystery with these top 12 audiobooks.

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12 The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo by Stieg Larsson

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  • Genre: Crime, Mystery
  • Formats: Hardcover, Paperback, Audiobook, Kindle
  • Year released: 2005
  • Pages: 465

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The pacing feels like a roller coaster ride with thrilling highs and lows. Lisbeth Salander kicks butt like no other.

11 Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn

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  • Genre: Thriller, Mystery
  • Formats: Hardcover, Paperback, Audiobook, Kindle
  • Year released: 2012
  • Pages: 432

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Nick and Amy show us how juicy a dysfunctional marriage mystery can get. It’s tense and will keep you guessing!

10 Big Little Lies by Liane Moriarty

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  • Genre: Mystery, Drama
  • Formats: Hardcover, Paperback, Audiobook, Kindle
  • Year released: 2014
  • Pages: 460

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The suburban drama unfolds with twists. The school moms have secrets that are juicier than a reality TV show.

9 The Cuckoo’s Calling by Robert Galbraith

  • Genre: Crime, Mystery
  • Formats: Hardcover, Paperback, Audiobook, Kindle
  • Year released: 2013
  • Pages: 464

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Private detective Cormoran Strike takes on the world with style. His charm and wit will keep you hooked.

8 The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides

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  • Genre: Thriller, Mystery
  • Formats: Hardcover, Paperback, Audiobook, Kindle
  • Year released: 2019
  • Pages: 336

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Alicia Berenson turns into the most interesting silent character. The psychological game will keep you on edge.

7 Angels & Demons by Dan Brown

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  • Genre: Mystery, Thriller
  • Formats: Hardcover, Paperback, Kindle, Audiobook
  • Year released: 2000
  • Pages: 736

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It’s a gripping murder mystery with secret societies and ancient conspiracies, similar to The Da Vinci Code but with its own unique thrills.

6 The Woman in White by Wilkie Collins

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  • Genre: Mystery, Gothic fiction
  • Formats: Hardcover, Paperback, Audiobook, Kindle
  • Year released: 1859
  • Pages: 672

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This classic mystery serves suspense like a seven-course meal. It’s got atmosphere that feels like a foggy evening.

5 Sharp Objects by Gillian Flynn

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  • Genre: Thriller, Mystery
  • Formats: Hardcover, Paperback, Audiobook, Kindle
  • Year released: 2006
  • Pages: 254

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Camille Preaker digs into her hometown’s dark secrets. This one is a gritty tale wrapped in a chilling package.

4 The Hound of the Baskervilles by Arthur Conan Doyle

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  • Genre: Thriller, Mystery
  • Formats: Hardcover, Paperback, Audiobook, Kindle
  • Year released: 1902
  • Pages: 256

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Sherlock Holmes faces a legendary hound. The tale is iconic and has a moor that’s creepier than your internet search history!

3 In the Woods by Tana French

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  • Genre: Thriller, Mystery
  • Formats: Hardcover, Paperback, Audiobook, Kindle
  • Year released: 2007
  • Pages: 429

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A detective flip flops between past and present mysteries. The tension builds like a simmering pot of stew.

2 The Secret History by Donna Tartt

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  • Genre: Thriller, Mystery
  • Formats: Hardcover, Paperback, Audiobook, Kindle
  • Year released: 1992
  • Pages: 559

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A group of college kids dives into murder and mischief. It’s like ‘Dead Poets Society’ but with dark secrets.

1 Murder on the Orient Express by Agatha Christie

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  • Genre: Mystery, Crime
  • Formats: Hardcover, Paperback, Audiobook, Kindle
  • Year released: 1934
  • Pages: 256

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This classic murder mystery tops the list. Poirot unravels a murder that happens on a train with true panache.

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Hi there! I'm Steve Peterson, a passionate reading enthusiast who loves nothing more than getting lost in a good book. My love for literature spans across genres, from thrilling mysteries and gripping fantasy to thought-provoking non-fiction.

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