Best 10 Good Murder Mystery Books to Read in 2025
Our top picks for good murder mystery books include thrilling classics and modern gems that keep you guessing till the end.
Everyone loves a good murder mystery book. We focus on selecting titles that keep readers guessing and questioning until the last page. Our list features riveting plots and unforgettable detectives. From mysterious moors to urban intrigues, these books promise excitement. Join us on this thrilling literary journey!
On this list:
10 The Hound of the Baskervilles by Arthur Conan Doyle
This classic Sherlock Holmes mystery is chock-full of suspense. We read it and felt like we were wandering through the misty moors ourselves.
9 Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn
A modern thriller that twists and turns like a rollercoaster ride. We couldn’t put it down and missed dinner because of it.
8 Murder on the Orient Express by Agatha Christie
An epic whodunit that had us playing detective alongside Hercule Poirot. We even tried to guess the ending – spoiler: we failed!
7 Big Little Lies by Liane Moriarty
Mixing humor with dark secrets made this a page-turner. We loved how real the characters felt, like friends you swap gossip with.
6 The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo by Stieg Larsson
A gripping, icy thriller that kept us up past bedtime. We found ourselves craving Swedish pancakes after reading.
5 The Cuckoo’s Calling by Robert Galbraith
Rowling under a pseudonym gave us a fresh, thrilling tale. We loved identifying with Strike’s struggles; his problems are all too real!
4 In the Woods by Tana French
The atmospheric writing had us peeking over our shoulders. French drags you into Dublin’s darker secrets, like a fog that won’t lift.
3 The No. 1 Ladies’ Detective Agency by Alexander McCall Smith
A light but intriguing series opener, set in Botswana. Mma Ramotswe’s charm and wit made us fans of her detective work.
2 Sharp Objects by Gillian Flynn
An intense psychological thriller that had us questioning everyone’s motives. It’s like watching a slow-burn fire turn into a blaze.
1 The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides
The plot twist slapped us right in the face, leaving us gasping. This modern masterpiece combines mystery with psychology in a mind-boggling way. Each page kept us hooked, wondering what will happen next. The weaving of art and silence throughout the story adds layers to the intrigue. The author crafts characters that breathe off the page; you feel their tensions. It’s a canvas of deception and silence, drawing readers into its complicated web. We couldn’t figure out the ending if our lives depended on it, and when it hit, we were slack-jawed in amazement.
