I Love Mystery Books
Why I Love Mystery Books
Even when I was a teenager, I loved a good mystery novel. I can't remember how old I was when I picked up my first one, but it wasn't long until I had read every Agatha Christie book at our local library. I've gone on to devour many other mysteries over the past 30+ years since then, from single novels of richness and depth to lighter series sets that are heavier on humor than plot. I love them all! Why? Well, I think it is because a mystery novel immediately pulls me into a puzzle of words and wit, far away places and times, and usually provides a very satisfying end.In this lens, I will introduce you to some of my all-time favorite mystery novels and authors. If you are already a whodunit fan, I hope you will find something new to enjoy.
The No. 1 Women's Detective Agency Series
Take an everyday mystery, add one smart lady detective and you have a great book!
The No. 1 Women's Detective Agency series of books by Alexander McCall Smith became some of my favorite mystery novels after I started reading them in 2007. Set in Botswana, the heroine, Precious Ramotswe, has set up her own detective agency and solves problems large and small in the lives of her clients.
Simple delightful, this series delivers on so many fronts. The characters are rich, the setting was new to me, and the little mystery problems themselves are satisfying.
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Buy The No. 1 Ladie's Detective Agency Mystery Novel Series
Here are the first five; be sure to get the rest as well!
The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency (Book 1)
Amazon Price: $10.04 (as of 12/30/2009) 
Tears of the Giraffe (No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency, Book 2)
Amazon Price: $10.04 (as of 12/30/2009)
Morality for Beautiful Girls (No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency, Book 3)
Amazon Price: $10.08 (as of 12/30/2009)
The Kalahari Typing School for Men (No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency, Book 4)
Amazon Price: $10.04 (as of 12/30/2009)
The Full Cupboard of Life (No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency, Book 5)
Amazon Price: $10.04 (as of 12/30/2009)
The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency Is Now An HBO Series
Read The History Of Mystery Novels Throughout The World
You may have heard of Wilkie Collins The Moonstone, but did you know that mystery novels have been written in many cultures? Read to find out more!
Detective fiction is a branch of crime fiction in which a detective (or detectives), either professional or amateur, investigates a crime, often murder. They also have a cocky, comic apprentice/assistant that is loyal and always by the side of the investigator.
Mystery Novel Blogs
These blogs have fun posts for murder mystery fans.
- The best mystery novels of 2009 - Norwalk News - The Hour ...
- The best mystery novels of 2009. By OLINE H. COGDILL Sun Sentinel Some excellent crime fiction was published during 2009 -- novels that don't just entertain but serve as commentaries on ...
- The Best Mystery/Crime Fiction of 2009 » BSCreview
- The Best Mystery/Crime Fiction of 2009. December 30th, 2009 by Brian Leave a reply ». Keith Rawson's Top Ten. 2009 was without question one of the best years for crime fiction in many years, and trust me when I tell you that my top ten ...
- Mystery Page Turners: Elizabeth George's Well-Schooled in Murder
- Elizabeth George's mystery novels have been translated into 13 languages, filmed by the BBC, and regularly appear on bestseller lists. She has won the Anthony Award, the Agatha Award, and Le Grand Prix de Literature Policiere. ...
- Countercrafts Primitive Treasures: Anyone know a good Mystery author?
- I love to read mystery novels and have recently discovered a new author that I really like. My sister introduced me to Julie Garwood and I have been reading the Buchanan-Renard series of her books. They are really good and I have ...
Mystery Lover Gifts And T-shirts
Grab A Book And Curl Up
A mystery novel, a cat and a warm fire are some of life's finest pleasures.
Cats And Books - The Perfect Combination
Agatha Christie Mystery Novel Recommendations
Everyone seems to have a favorite Agatha Christie novel. I love most all of them. Hercule Poirot and Miss Jane Marple are both marvelous sleuths. I think my all-time favorite is The Labours Of Hercules, though, a collection of short stories featuring Hercule Poirot.
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Fun Mystery Novel Fan Websites
- All About Agatha Christie
- This is a fan based site for Agatha Christie mystery lovers. From interviews to book listings, this site has a lot to offer.
- Sherlock Holmes Top Sites
- This website includes many links to top Sherlock Holmes fan sites across the web. I can't wait to explore a few of more of them.
Catering To Nobody - Diane Mott Davidson's 1st Culinary Mystery Novel
They may be a little light on twists and turns, but I truly enjoyed the mystery novels of Diane Mott Davidson. Okay, I love to cook, and the collection of delicious recipes in each book was a definite plus for me. But I also enjoyed Goldy and son Arch, and the other characters that populate her small Colorado town. I found them delightful.
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The Beekeeper's Apprentice - A Fresh Look At Sherlock Holmes
by Laurie R. King
I was browsing the library one day several years ago, looking for a new mystery book to try, when I came across a book entitled The Beekeeper's Apprentice. When it mentioned Sherlock Holmes, I was intrigued. I took it home and soon found myself entranced with the story of Mary Russell, a young girl who meets the older Holmes after he has retired from active detecting. There are more Mary Russell novels that followed this first, and I have read them all.
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I hope you have enjoyed my lens. If you have a favorite mystery novel or author that I did not include, please feel free to leave a comment and let me (and others) know about it. Or just say 'hi'.
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- partybuzz partybuzz Oct 4, 2009 @ 8:49 pm
- I LOVE mystery novels! I've never heard of Women's Detective Agency Series, but will now look for it! I do love Agatha Christie (Miss Jane Marple is my favorite character) and Sherlock Holmes, but one of my favorites is the ABC series by Sue Grafton. It's more modern, but they're all great!
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