Books About Supernatural Mysteries

The Best Supernatural Mysteries Books for Kids

Looking for excellent children's books about supernatural mysteries? 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 3 Favorite Books About Supernatural Mysteries

King of Scars
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$1899
Chapter Book · Ages 14–18 · 2019

King of Scars

A king battles dark magic within as enemies close in.

528 pages· 145,324 words· Est. 13.5 hour read
4.2 Goodreads · 240,091 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: King Nikolai Lantsov faces a rising threat at Ravka's borders while battling a dark magic growing inside him. With a young monk and a legendary general, he must uncover ancient secrets to save his kingdom and himself. As alliances are forged and coffers refilled, Nikolai's journey reveals that some secrets refuse to stay buried, and some wounds never heal. Will he conquer the darkness or be consumed by it?
Beastly Bones
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$958
Chapter Book · Ages 13–18 · 2015

Beastly Bones

By William Ritter · Book #2 in the Jackaby series

A detective duo hunts a thief, a monster, and a murderer in a supernatural mystery.

320 pages· 64,576 words· Est. 6 hour read
3.9 Goodreads · 12,798 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: In 1892 New England, Abigail Rook and her eccentric employer, R.F. Jackaby, face a chilling mystery. Shape-shifters, a murder, and a beast terrorize Gad's Valley. As bones vanish and bodies pile up, Abigail and Jackaby must unravel the supernatural chaos. Can they catch the thief, monster, and murderer before it's too late?
Charlie Hernández & the League of Shadows
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$858
Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 2018

Charlie Hernández & the League of Shadows

A boy's life turns mythical as legends come alive, thrusting him into a battle between good and evil.

352 pages· 64,983 words· Est. 7 hour read
3.9 Goodreads · 2,287 ratings
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Summary: Charlie Hernández's world flips when Hispanic myths leap from stories into reality. With strange powers and his crush, Violet, by his side, he faces an ancient battle between La Liga and La Mano Peluda. As monsters and spirits emerge, Charlie must uncover his true identity to save his parents and possibly the world. Can he navigate this perilous realm where folklore reigns and danger lurks at every turn?