Not sure about you, but I’ve recently rediscovered how much I love the mystery genre and I’m having fun. I’ve always loved Sherlock Holmes and Agatha Christie, but I’m easing my way into other mystery books. The collection has not expanded too much, but I thought I’d share 5 of my favorite mystery books (so far).

The Beekeeper’s Apprentice by Laurie R. King

Honestly, this is one of those books I just can’t shut up about. Currently, I’m trying to figure out the most financially viable way to read the rest of the books in the Beekeeper’s Apprentice series because there’s like, thirteen. Anyway, this amazing book follows a young woman and her adventures with a retired Sherlock Holmes. The two match wits, and solve crime as an elderly genius takes a young, intelligent woman under his wing. As a Sherlock Holmes fan, I love every word of this book!

Tooth and Nail by Ian Rankin

In the past 5 or so years, Ian Rankin has become a favorite of mine in the mystery genre. A little noir in his writing style, you're quickly thrown into the world of his characters and the evil they face as they track down killers, thugs, and mobsters. Tooth and Nail had a more grizzly side to it that threw it a little more into the realm of a thriller for me.

If We Were Villains by M.L. Rio

Aaand book number two on this list that I can’t seem to shut up about. Dead Poets Society meets Shakespeare meets mystery novel, this book holds a very firm place in my mind. I come back to it and constantly marvel at the writing – genius! Absolutely recommend If We Were Villains for your spooky season reading list.

The Crooked House by Agatha Christie

One of the first Agatha Christie books I read, The Crooked House will always hold a special place in my heart. I really enjoyed the simple setting, larger cast of characters, and the twist at the end. Agatha Christie really knew what she was doing.

The Girl on the Train by Paula Hawkins

For some reason I feel like there are mixed reviews for this one out in the literary world. But I did genuinely like The Girl on the Train. I definitely felt the tension and thought it had a good, twisty mystery to it that wasn’t too complicated, but enough to keep you guessing.

The Reappearance of Rachel Price by Holly Jackson

To this day I can’t totally decide how I feel about this book. I like it, but there were aspects that really got to me after a while (like the main character’s general attitude). However, the twist was really good and justified the rest of the book. I loved the small clues to the truth throughout that doubled as misguiding information and things that proved the wrong theory. Very interesting.

If you’re looking for an easy-going mystery, pick up one of these and dive into the genre with me!

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My 6 Favorite Mystery Books