12 Best Greatest Murder Mystery Novels of 2024 Reviewed
Looking for the greatest murder mystery novels to keep you on the edge of your seat? We have sifted through countless books to pick the best ones that tick all the boxes. Our list features tales with gripping plots, unforgettable characters, and suspense that will have you guessing until the very end. Whether you prefer classic whodunits or modern psychological thrillers, there’s something here for everyone. Let’s unravel the best of the best in murder mystery!
On this list:
12 Murder on the Orient Express by Agatha Christie
A classic whodunit that keeps you guessing until the end. Hercule Poirot solves a murder aboard a stranded train.
11 The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo by Stieg Larsson
A dark and thrilling novel involving a journalist and a hacker who uncover secrets about a wealthy family.
10 Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn
A gripping tale of a marriage gone wrong, with twists that will leave your head spinning.
9 The Big Sleep by Raymond Chandler
Philip Marlowe dives into the dark underbelly of Los Angeles to solve a case of blackmail and murder.
8 In the Woods by Tana French
A detective must confront his own childhood trauma while solving a murder case in a small Irish town.
7 Sherlock Holmes: The Complete Novels and Stories by Arthur Conan Doyle
A collection of stories featuring the world’s most famous detective, Sherlock Holmes, solving a variety of intriguing cases.
6 The Silence of the Lambs by Thomas Harris
A young FBI agent consults with the imprisoned Hannibal Lecter to catch another serial killer on the loose.
5 Angels & Demons by Dan Brown
If you enjoyed ‘The Da Vinci Code’, ‘Angels & Demons’ is another great murder mystery by Dan Brown. It shares the same thrilling pace, and is packed with puzzles, action, and historical references.
4 And Then There Were None by Agatha Christie
Ten strangers are invited to a remote island, where they are killed off one by one.
3 The Secret History by Donna Tartt
A group of elite students commit a murder and the repercussions haunt them for years.
2 Rebecca by Daphne du Maurier
A young bride finds herself in the shadow of her husband’s first wife at his estate, Manderley.
