Books About Murders

The Best Murders Books for Kids

Looking for excellent children's books about murders? 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.

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The Shortlist

Our 2 Favorite Books About Murders

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Chapter Book · Ages 12–17 · 1992

The Prom Queen

By R.L. Stine · Fear Street series

Prom queen candidates are dying. Can the next target stop the killer before prom ends in tragedy?

192 pages· 32,239 words· Est. 3 hour read

3.7 Goodreads · 5,972 ratings

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Summary: In 1988 Shadyside, prom queen candidates are being murdered. Lizzie McVay, a candidate herself, must unravel the mystery before she becomes the next victim. As the dance looms, can she uncover the killer's identity and survive the night? The stakes are high, and time is running out. Will Lizzie's night end in celebration or terror?

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Chapter Book · 2026

21 Days of Fear

By Hervé Commère

A note gives a guilt-ridden teen twenty-one days to bring his vanished sister back.

424 pages· 77,776 words

3.2 Goodreads · 3,298 ratings

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Summary: Ten years ago Lucas's little sister vanished right under his nose, and his family never recovered. Then a note arrives with an offer: he has twenty-one days to find out the truth and maybe save her, if she is really still alive. Told one chapter a day, this young adult thriller follows Lucas through three weeks of letters, clues and growing dread as he decides how far he will go to bring her back.