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$2659
Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 2000
The Doll People
A century-old doll seeks adventure and mystery with new neighbors.
256 pages· 35,669 words· Est. 5 hour read
5.4/7 Bookroo experts·4.1/5 Goodreads · 18,018 ratings
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Books About Mysteries And Adventures · 52 titles considered
The Best Mysteries And Adventures Books for Kids
By the Bookroo Editors
Looking for excellent children's books about mysteries and adventures? 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.
The Shortlist
Our 10 Favorite Books About Mysteries And Adventures
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$958
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2009
Thea Stilton and the Dragon's Code
A mysterious invitation leads to a thrilling adventure at Mouseford Academy.
176 pages· 12,129 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 9,615 ratings
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$759
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2013
Get Into Gear, Stilton!
By Geronimo Stilton · Book #54 in the Geronimo Stilton series
A mouse must renew his license and stop a thief with a robot car.
128 pages· 8,243 words· Est. 1 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 1,915 ratings
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$759
Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2011
The New Year Dragon Dilemma
A girl vanishes during a parade. Can young detectives solve the mystery?
136 pages· 13,316 words· Est. 2.5 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 712 ratings
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$574
Chapter Book · Ages 6–8 · 2016
The Science Fair is Freaky!
A group of students must navigate a supernatural science fair.
96 pages· 6,130 words· Est. 1 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 858 ratings
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$574
Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2007
Mystery at the Washington Monument
A young girl and her friend solve a mystery involving a monkey and a historic monument.
96 pages· 8,746 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 461 ratings
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$858
Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2008
Tales from the Hood
The Big Bad Wolf's fate hangs in the balance as the Grimms seek the truth.
256 pages· 56,165 words· Est. 6.5 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 21,294 ratings
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$1398
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2017
Shadow of a Pug
Middle-school detectives must clear a bully's name while facing personal challenges and a snoopy reporter.
256 pages· 45,957 words· Est. 6.5 hour read
4.4/5 Goodreads · 156 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 2005
Who Broke Lincoln's Thumb?
A missing thumb from Lincoln's statue threatens a presidential celebration. Can two kids solve the mystery in time?
96 pages· 8,678 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 574 ratings
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$1498
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2019
The Treasure Seekers
By Thea Stilton · Book #1 in the Thea Stilton and the Treasure Seekers series
A stolen map leads to a race for hidden treasures.
320 pages· 25,795 words· Est. 3.5 hour read
4.4/5 Goodreads · 603 ratings
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Browse by age
Mysteries And Adventures Chapter Books & Middle Grade
Longer stories about mysteries and adventures for developing and independent readers.
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The Ogress and the Orphans
Ages 8–12 · 2022
A missing child, a mysterious Ogress, and a town's misplaced trust threaten to unravel Stone in the Glen.
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$699
The Case of the Halloween Ghost
Ages 8–11 · 1987
Hank faces spooky creatures on a mysterious Halloween night adventure.
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$799
The Peculiar Pumpkin Thief
Ages 7–10 · 2010
A mouse tries to solve a mystery involving a stolen Halloween party and a group of clowns.
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$1795
The Dire King
Ages 13–18 · 2017
A supernatural detective duo battles an evil king threatening both worlds with magic and technology.
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$699
The Mystery of the Singing Ghost
Ages 7–10 · 1992
Four siblings help their cousins fix up a new house, but strange things keep happening that make them wonder if the house is haunted.
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$699
Journey on a Runaway Train
Ages 7–10 · 2017
A secret society recruits the Aldens to return stolen artifacts worldwide, facing unexpected dangers.
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$1799
The Lost Library
Ages 8–12 · 2023
A boy uncovers a town's secret through a mysterious library guarded by a cat.
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$699
Encyclopedia Brown Tracks Them Down
Ages 8–12 · 1971
A young detective solves baffling mysteries with his trivia skills.
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$699
Encyclopedia Brown Shows the Way
Ages 8–12 · 1972
A young detective solves baffling mysteries with his trivia skills.
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$599
Nate the Great Goes Down in the Dumps
Ages 6–9 · 1989
A detective and his dog dig through dumps to find a missing money box.
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$699
Encyclopedia Brown Saves the Day
Ages 8–12 · 1970
A young detective solves baffling mysteries with his trivia skills.
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$699
Encyclopedia Brown and the Case of the Dead Eagles
Ages 8–12 · 1975
A young detective tackles baffling mysteries, inviting readers to solve them too.