Looking for excellent children's books about amateur detectives? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.
Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.
A famous mystery writer goes missing after being invited to a book signing event in a small town.
Nancy's Jiu-Jitsu class uncovers a sinister plot. Can she solve it before it's too late?
A ghost haunts an old inn, and Mo must uncover its secrets before the past consumes Tupelo Landing.
A student falls at a Greek gala. Can Nancy uncover the saboteur?
Charity funds vanish mid-gala. Can Nancy solve the mystery before the ship docks?
Teen sleuths uncover jewel smuggling at a dog show. Can they outsmart the thieves?
A hidden letter, a cry for help, and a dangerous watcher.
Can three friends uncover the truth behind mysterious photos before it's too late?
Crimes mimic mystery novels. Who's behind the plot?
Mysterious Morse code taps haunt a locked house. Can the secrets be unraveled before it's too late?
Longer stories about amateur detectives for developing and independent readers.
Water vanishes nightly from Bayport's reservoir. Can the mystery be solved?
Thieves steal stuffed animals, leading to a thrilling chase and mystery.
A cruise ship's maiden voyage turns perilous. Can Nancy uncover the saboteur?
Two detectives race to solve a disappearance in South America, facing deadly adversaries.
