Mystery Books for Teens

46 mystery books our editors reviewed for teens, sorted by rating. Notable authors include E. Lockhart, Natasha Deen, and Seymour Simon.

A Summer of Dragonflies by Natasha Deen

Natasha Deen

When her dad is chosen for a year-long teacher-exchange program, Gupta "Guppie" Persaud and her whole family packs up for a big move from Calgary to New York City. A new city sparks both new fears and new opportunities for Guppie, who's ready to overcome her "terminal shyness" and become as brave as

A Voyage to Outer Space and Other Cases (Einstein Anderson Science Geek)

Seymour Simon

Science loving Adam "Einstein" Anderson is back - and more of a science geek than ever! Einstein and his best friend, Paloma, foil the ever-scheming Stanley, defeat the eighth grade snow sculpture team and try to stump each other as they solve science mysteries. Not only have the characters, stories

Abandoned Lib/E (Jennie McGrady Mysteries) by Patricia H Rushford

Patricia H Rushford

A teenage detective's faith and investigative skills are tested when she uncovers a case involving a missing child and a mysterious adoption agency in this compelling young adult mystery. Jennie McGr...

Alien Ryan (Alien Characters Book 32) by Neil A. Hogan

Neil A. Hogan

Alien Rex is a tour operator from the planet Reptos, a dinosaur planet. Alien Rex has found a way to take people to parallel worlds in their own town. He can take people from their home in world one to a slightly different version of their home in world two. Or he can take someone from their world w

Antarctica (Geography of the World) by Dana Meachen Rau

Dana Meachen Rau

Describes the basic geography, topography, history, plant and animal life, and climate of Antarctica.

Aurora y el misterio de la cámara secreta

Douglas Kennedy

This Spanish-language mystery adventure follows a young protagonist who discovers a hidden camera that unlocks a puzzling trail of clues, leading her through secret passages and forgotten spaces in a...

Code Breaker Puzzle Book

Garcia Manning

Detective Yates is searching for a very special book. Follow the clues on each page and you will be guided around a map. If you find the correct location of the book, you can choose to receive a fabulous gift.

Dreams Unlock the Secrets of Your Dreams by Welbeck Childrens Books

Welbeck Children's Books

Dreams. We all have them, but why? And most importantly, what do they mean? Inside this book, you will find the answers to these questions and more. Discover the meaning behind dozens of common dreams, from missing teeth to flying, or taking an impossible school test. Find out how to master your nig

El Aqua (Water) (Experiment With) (Spanish Edition) by Bryan Murphy

Bryan Murphy

Presents simple experiments demonstrating the basic scientific principles of water.

Falling in Christmas Eve Ann, Lin, and Clinton Adventure Book 1

Johnna L

"Falling into Christmas Eve" is about three seemingly ordinary siblings. They believed they were orphans, but they felt the King calling. They leave behind their life at Brighton orphanage to begin a quest far from everything they've ever known. Their adventure to the castle starts to teach them the

Family of Liars The Prequel to We Were Liars

E. Lockhart

The thrilling prequel to the TikTok phenomenon We Were Liars takes readers back to the summer that the Sinclair family’s lives changed forever. A windswept private island off the coast of Massachusetts. A hungry ocean, churning with secrets and sorrow. A fiery, addicted heiress. An irresistible, unp

First Phone A Childs Guide to Digital Responsibility, Safety, and Etiquette

Catherine Pearlman PhD LCSW

A fun and informative illustrated kids’ guide to safely and productively navigating the digital landscape. Cellphones have become a fact of life, with children as young as eight (yes, eight!) getting their very own “devices.” Such boundless access means our kids are in nearly constant contact with t

Gravity Falls Journal 3

Stanford Pines

If you're a fan of the show, or just someone who likes to be confused, delighted, and horrified (in that order!), then you're in luck!"--Jacket

Haven A Stranger Magic

D.C. Akers

More adventures of Max, a hopeless smoker, glutton, and loafer, who discovers a parallel world where magic is commonplace and he fits righ tin.

Holes (Holes Series)

Louis Sachar

This groundbreaking classic is now available in a special anniversary edition with bonus content. Winner of the Newbery Medal as well as the National Book Award, HOLES is a New York Times bestseller and one of the strongest-selling middle-grade books to ever hit shelves! Stanley Yelnats is under a c

Horace Carter Chronicles Land of the Pharaohs Book One by Pardip Virk

Pardip Virk

This middle-grade adventure whisks readers directly into the heart of Ancient Egypt, where history and mystery collide through the eyes of a young protagonist. The narrative plunges Horace Carter int...

HughTube The story of one middle school kid’s desperate attempt

Richard Clark

Minerva Clark, a thirteen-year-old girl in Portland, Oregon, loses all self-doubt when she is zapped by lightning and uses her newfound courage to solve a murder mystery. Reprint.

Malfoy The Fall and the Fate of the Wizarding Worlds Most Treacherous Family

Irvin Khaytman

An in-depth examination of Draco Malfoy's story, the role of his parents in his development and the rise and fall of their power in the wizarding world.

Maze Puzzle Book Fun and Challenging Mazes for Kids by Mr Satyapal Gandhi

Mr Satyapal Gandhi

PERFECT GIFT FOR YOUR CHILD TO HAVE FUN WITH MAZES ! Have Fun with 100 Challenging Maze Workbook for Kids to Enjoy Time with This World of Maze Puzzles Books Improve Kids Skills and Problem-Solving Skills, Entertain Kids for Kids 3-12, amazing 100 Page 8.5 x 11 inch perfect gift for kids boys girls

Megalosaurus Dinosaurs Series by Laura Alden

Laura Alden

Megalosaurus is a reinforced, library bound book in The Child's World series Dinosaurs.

Mount Olympus Mysteries Apollo and the Lost Sun by Phonic Books

Phonic Books

Mount Olympus Mysteries is a new series of four Hi-Lo chapter books tailored for readers aged 10-14 who need support. With line art illustrations in every chapter, this action-packed tale is sure to engage from beginning to end. Each instalment in this series follows a group of teenage 'demi-Gods' t

Mystery In Rocky Mountain National Park (National Park Mystery Series)

Aaron Johnson

This first book in the National Parks Mystery Series takes young readers, ages 7 to 12, on a fast-paced adventure set in the heart of the Rocky Mountains of Colorado.Before Jake's grandfather died, he was on the trail of a centuries-old mystery. And he has entrusted that mystery to Jake, leaving beh

Now I Know Better Kids Tell Kids About Safety by ChildS Hosp.At Yale New-Haven

Child'S Hosp.At Yale New-Haven

Young people ages five to nineteen describe accidents they have had, with their own safety advice and the comments of emergency room doctors.

Pirate Academy Missing at Sea Pirate Academy, Book 2 by Justin Somper

Justin Somper

From Justin Somper, award-winning author of the Vampirates series, comes the second book in this new swashbuckling fantasy adventure series. At the elite Pirate Academy, it's only been a few weeks since the Barracuda class's run-in with the dangerous League of True Pirates. But now they have more pr

Rainbow Street

R.W.R. McDonald

Welcome to Rainbow Street! Meet Cherry's rainbow family and her fun-loving neighbours as they enjoy a street party with family traditions and delicious food from around the world. Rainbow Street invites young readers (and their grown-ups!) to explore the magic of inclusion, the joy of diversity, and

Riddles For Smart Kids Detective Theme Of 50 Chain Riddles For Each

Uma S

Here, your search for the best riddle book ever is over! Consisting of more than 400 carefully-handpicked riddles (yes, you heard it right, 400+), this book is a one-stop solution for your craving for the best riddle in the world that turns the light bulb of your brain on. If you have got bored by s

Scooby Doo VOL 02 Ruh-Roh (Scooby-Doo (Graphic Novels)) by Chris Duffy

Chris Duffy

Join Scooby and the gang in these ten new adventures.

Shadow Jumper A mystery adventure book for children and teens aged 10-14

J M Forster

Shadow Jumper is winner of the Gold Award in the Wishing Shelf Book Awards 2014. A thrilling mystery adventure with contemporary themes, for children aged 10 and above. The truth is out there somewhere . . . but how far will Jack jump to find it? Jack Phillips's allergy to sunshine confines him to t

Stephen McCranies Space Boy Volume 23 by Stephen McCranie

Brian K

“There comes a time when you must close your petals, lock the door, and hide yourself away from the world.” Overwhelmed with emotions after hearing Dr. Kim’s tragic story, Amy desperately seeks solitude. When an unexpected source lends Amy a hand, she discovers another member of the FCP who may be m

Storm Quest (Adventure Gamebooks) by Andy Prentice

Andy Prentice

Do you have what it takes to sail into the eye of the storm? Prepare for terrifying sea monsters, waves the size of mountains and a desperate race against time as you try to find the only thing in the world that can save the person you love the most. With an exciting dice-based combat system (comple

The Case of the Soggy Vandal (The Alex Mysteries Book 1)

Barb Asselin

This middle-grade mystery delivers a clever whodunit that will hook young detectives from the first waterlogged clue, following amateur sleuth Alex as they investigate a series of strange vandalism i...

The Codebreakers Club 150+ Logic Puzzles to Solve the Mystery

Naoya Imanishi MEd

What happened to Professor Perez? Young sleuths will be eager to unravel the mystery in this interactive story packed with logic puzzles. When the Codebreakers Club’s beloved professor goes missing, it’s time to get to the bottom of this puzzling problem. Chris, Kaira, and Ren soon discover some ver

The Great Mouse Detective Mastermind Collection Books 1-8

Eve Titus

Join Basil, the Sherlock Holmes of the mouse world—and the inspiration for the hit Disney film The Great Mouse Detective—as he solves some of his most thrilling cases in this entertaining boxed set! Basil—the detective mastermind of the mouse world—lives in the cellar of Sherlock Holmes’s house. A d

The Inheritance Games (The Inheritance Games, 1) by Jennifer Lynn Barnes

Jennifer Lynn Barnes

Don't miss this New York Times bestselling "impossible to put down" (Buzzfeed) novel with deadly stakes, thrilling twists, and juicy secrets--perfect for fans of One of Us is Lying and Knives Out. Avery Grambs has a plan for a better future: survive high school, win a scholarship, and get out. But h

The Legend of the Firewalker by Steve Bevil

Steve Bevil

"It's terrific! I love your wise-cracking hero, who finds himself thrust into these bizarre circumstances with no real guide. And I love the set-up of the supernatural world and these well-defined characters. It's got a strong cinematic feel and it creates tremendous atmosphere. In short, you've don

The Mean Girl Who Never Speaks (Detective Mya Dove Book 1)

Zuni Blue

Mya is investigating Libby, the new girl at school. Libby won't speak, smile or play with anyone. The Children's Police Force thinks she is mean, but they need proof. Finding proof is Mya's job. It won't be easy. Libby isn't just mean, she is sneaky, too. When Mya talks to her, Libby fake cries in c

The Memory Stone (Dragons of Camelot Book 2)

Bryan Davis

Attention all rebels, the world is no longer as we know it. The Red Dragon Society's Unified Government and Unidex identification system have taken over, leading to the enslavement of humanity. In this dystopian world, Kevin O'Brien and his family and friends are on the run, constantly hiding from t

The Night Librarian A Graphic Novel by Christopher Lincoln

Christopher Lincoln

Night at the Museum meets The Land of Stories in this thrilling new graphic novel adventure series in which two siblings, a mysterious Night Librarian, and a motley cast of book characters try to save the New York Public Library Twins Page and Turner know about the magic a library holds—they’ve been

The Secret of Death Trap Mine (A Baxter Kids Adventure Book 1) by Craig A. Hart

Craig A

Strange events at a Gold Rush-era mine ... Two inquisitive kids ... What could go wrong? When professional skeptic and YouTuber Jason Baxter and his 12-year-old twins, Eric and Abbie, travel to Skagway, Alaska to investigate reports of paranormal activity at the legendary Death Trap Mine, they quick

The Top Secret List to Becoming a Superhero

Adisan Books

EVERYONE CAN BE A SUPERHERO. You don't need to be bitten by a radioactive bug or come from another planet to be a superhero. All you need to do is follow the simple steps off the top secret list... and the cape is optional.If you're looking to teach kids about being respectful to elders, being a goo

The Westing Game (Puffin Modern Classics)

Ellen Raskin

A Newbery Medal Winner "A supersharp mystery...confoundingly clever, and very funny." —Booklist, starred review A bizarre chain of events begins when sixteen unlikely people gather for the reading of Samuel W. Westing’s will. And though no one knows why the eccentric, game-loving millionaire has cho

Unclouded Day (The Stones of Song Book 1) by William Woodall

William Woodall

A young boy's quest to find his missing father leads him into a world where ancient stones hold mysterious powers and faith becomes a tangible force in this deeply moving fantasy adventure. When Cody...

Under the Crooked Tree Book One of the History Keepers Series by Jared Tomlinson

Jared Tomlinson

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work

We Were Liars Boxed Set We Were Liars; Family of Liars

E. Lockhart

"Welcome back to the Sinclair family. There were always liars. Twenty-seven years before the events of We were liars comes another summer, another generation, and the secrets that will haunt them for decades."--

We Were Liars Deluxe Edition by E. Lockhart

E. Lockhart

We Were Liars by E. Lockhart | Digest & Review With this digest companion, you'll enjoy: * A digest of the We Were Liars * Content for your book club or other group event. * Stories beyond the digest and tidbits you may not know * The book's impact and its important to read * And more! What other re

Your Pets Secret Lives The Truth Behind Your Pets Wildest Behaviors

Eleanor Spicer Rice

Butt-sniffing dogs. Terrified tarantulas. Canaries with invisible force fields? Yep-it turns out our pets experience the world in totally different ways than we do. Unlock some of your nonhuman family members' wildest behaviors in this hilarious (and sometimes shiver-worthy) illustrated guide to the