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Definition of "Mystery Genre": Fiction in which a detective resolves a crime or series of crimes. This genre can also be referred to as detective or crime novels. The plot of a mystery ebook focuses on the crime that needs to be solved, and the detective that will solve it. Typical elements include the detective being in danger, a host of suspects with their own motives, and clues, motives and alibis. The genre can vary greatly dependent on the time in which the mystery is set, as that will drive what tools the detective has at his/her disposal.
Some examples of the best mysteries of all-time include Dashiell Hammett (The Maltese Falcon), Agatha Christie (Murder on the Orient Express), Caleb Carr (The Alienist), Lyndsay Faye (Dust and Shadow), James Cain (The Postman Always Rings Twice). Of course, many of these are the best mystery ebooks of all time, as well as classics. We try to bring you free and discounted mystery ebooks on their way to being the tops in their genre.
Ex-Special Forces operator Brian Ackerman lives for the danger his job at Iniquus provides. At least he did—until she walked into their briefing room. The woman who stole his heart and disappeared is now his new assignment. Protecting her will be easy. Convincing her she never should’ve left him in the first place will be much trickier…
Sophia Abadi never wanted to leave Brian. She had no choice. Anyone who gets too close to her is in grave danger, and she wasn’t about to risk his safety. But now, she needs his help safeguarding Syrian conflict relics from the terrorists who kidnapped and murdered her colleagues. She can only hope she doesn’t get him killed in the process.
But they’ll soon realize not everything is as straightforward as it seems—and Brian will be forced to discover just how far he’s willing to go for a second chance at happily ever after with Sophia.
Relic is second-chance military romance, women’s action adventure driven by spies, terrorists, and the intelligence communities who work to keep us safe. grab your copy, and let's go!
Aly doesn't believe in psychics. Too bad she just had a vision.
Aly’s got enough on her plate, with finishing her degree and taking care of her nephew and starting her new job at the antique store while drooling over the owner's gorgeous son. No time for visions.
Alas, the universe doesn't care what Aly believes. When she turns 21, she starts to feel psychic impressions left on objects. A disorienting power for someone surrounded by antiques. Then cranky customer Earl is killed, and Aly's new boss Olive is the prime suspect—not to mention the only person who understands Aly’s gifts. Who hated Earl enough to kill? Police would rather make a quick arrest than investigate, so it's up to Aly to clear Olive's name.
Shady Grove is reeling from the first murder in decades. If Aly can get her hands on the right object, she'll know what happened. Can she learn to control her visions before the killer sets their sights on her?
Murderbot—the sardonic, almost-homicidal, media-loving android created by Martha Wells—has proven to be one of the most popular characters in 21 st century science fiction. Everything that makes this protagonist (it would be wrong to call Murderbot a hero) beloved of fans is on display in Compulsory.
While trying to watch episode 44 of The Rise and Fall of Sanctuary Moon, Murderbot is—again, what is it with humans?—distracted by something that is technically outside its purview. A miner is suddenly in danger following a pointless (to Murderbot’s way of thinking) argument, and the choice is to risk discovery and leap into action, which would require hitting the pause button during a very exciting part of SanctuaryMoon, or to follow orders and stay still.
This is a tougher choice than it seems. But then, when has Murderbot ever been faced with an easy choice?
A shorter version of this story originally appeared in Wired magazine.
He should be dead. He’s not.
When the body of young Charlie Matthews is found buried in Hackney Marshes, the task of informing his mother falls to DCI David Morton.
But when he gets to Cleaver Square to give her the bad news, he finds Charlie Matthews alive and well.
So, who is the boy in the ice?
More importantly, who put him there?
And who will they kill next?
Cleaver Square is the second stand-alone crime novel in the DCI Morton series. Jump in with this one or search "Dead on Demand" to start with the first book in the award-winning series.
Being a cop in the only nonhuman city in the world is tough.
You’ve got magical and mundane crimes, standard and supernatural perps, and as always, plenty of paperwork for both.
Can Doughas Ruiridh, an old warhorse from the Dwarven Quarter, and his partner Esselliar VorKluvaith, a hotshot elf investigator, find a way to work together to prevent what is coming down the line and save lives?
Get the complete 6-book series boxed set today to join the Inquisitors on their adventure!
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The different groups don’t often mix. Elves have elvish problems, goblins have goblin problems. Everyone takes care of their own.
But with the rest of the world going to hell, literally in some places, this divided city has to change.
Enter the Inquisitors, the first arm of the integration initiative to make a stronger, better Quadras.
Spearheading the Inquisitor program are two cops who’d rather be anywhere but with each other.
Doughas Ruiridh is an old warhorse from the Dwarven Quarter hoping to retire already. Esselliar VorKluvaith is a hotshot elf investigator looking to bust corruption, unfettered by a partner.
They must find a way to work together and trust each other because something big is coming.
Malicious factions are growing like cancers in the city, and their schemes could cost the lives of thousands.
The Inquisitors will have to make this partnership work if they don’t want the city’s next breath to be its last.
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The bestselling author of Daemon returns with a near-future technological thriller, in which a charismatic billionaire recruits a team of adventurers to launch the first deep space mining operation--a mission that could alter the trajectory of human civilization.
When itinerant cave diver James Tighe receives an invitation to billionaire Nathan Joyce's private island, he thinks it must be a mistake. But Tighe's unique skill set makes him a prime candidate for Joyce's high-risk venture to mine a near-earth asteroid--with the goal of kick-starting an entire off-world economy. The potential rewards and personal risks are staggering, but the competition is fierce and the stakes couldn't be higher.
Isolated and pushed beyond their breaking points, Tighe and his fellow twenty-first century adventurers--ex-soldiers, former astronauts, BASE jumpers, and mountain climbers--must rely on each other to survive not only the dangers of a multi-year expedition but the harsh realities of business in space. They're determined to transform humanity from an Earth-bound species to a space-faring one--or die trying.
The things he fears the most are the ones inside his head.
Ten years ago, James Owens was convicted of a murder he couldn’t remember committing. Now, finally released from the mental institution where he’s served his time, he is placed under house arrest in the sprawling family home he has inherited from his father.
Living in isolation, visited only by his therapist, parole officer, and supportive but controlling twin Janet, he at least has something resembling peace. But he is still haunted by hallucinations, nightmares, and bizarre memories which may or may not be real.
Strange sounds in the house, and objects which disappear or are mysteriously damaged all add to his fear that he is sliding into uncontrolled insanity again.
But is he? Or is his fragile mental state being manipulated by someone with a sinister agenda of their own?
When tragedy strikes, James must go on a journey that will force him to confront the past – and the haunted depths of his own tortured soul.
The Patient – the terrifying psychological thriller perfect for fans of Freida McFadden, Daniel Hurst, and K L Slater.
Parker had the perfect marriage. Then Eden came home.
Twenty years have passed since Dylan’s beloved sister, Celeste, was brutally murdered. Now he plans an anniversary memorial for the sister he misses to this day.
When their childhood friend, Eden, comes home to attend the memorial, Dylan invites her to stay with him and his wife, Parker.
But Parker is apprehensive. She remembers a time when Eden had designs on her husband, and she worries she still carries a torch for him. Her fears seem confirmed when Eden openly flirts with Dylan and captivates their pre-teen daughter.
As Parker desperately tries to hasten Eden’s departure, Dylan resists, fondly remembering the time they spent as childhood friends. And when Eden brings up questions about who murdered Celeste, Parker’s fears only escalate. She thinks her husband’s mental health could suffer if Eden keeps digging.
Can Parker get rid of Eden before she destroys her family? And why has Eden really come back to town? As the two old friends circle each other, past secrets are revealed and they find themselves hurtling into a vortex of unimaginable pain and terror.
Don’t Trust Her - the gripping psychological thriller from the best-selling author of The Other Couple and The Guest.
“I thoroughly enjoyed my time reading this quick and fun novel. It is the first in a new series and you can bet your bottom that I will be continuing!” – JenJen Reviews
“...if you like stories with romance, revenge, a healthy dose of cunning and some VERY clever dogs then you will love this book and I heartily recommend it!” – Nat, The Pursuit of Bookiness Book Blog
“This was such a great read and I read it in one sitting.” – Leanne Loves Books
“This was a great cosy mystery story with some very likeable lead characters, including the furry ones, with a lot of danger and a touch of romance into the bargain.” – The Word is Now Out Blog
When materials engineer Zoey Butler lands her dream job at Future State Energy, she believes her research in renewable energy will make headlines. Unfortunately for her, she’s right. Zoey is working on her latest experiment when FBI Special Agent Alexis Thompson and her K-9 partner, Waffle, raid Future State and arrest the head of the development for fraud. Zoey helps the FBI find answers in the aftermath, but she soon finds herself jobless and unemployable. Desperate and out of options, she reaches out to Alexis, the one person who knows Zoey was duped like everyone else.
Liam Graham is an FBI special agent and instructor at Riverbend K-9 Academy. When Alexis brings in a new recruit with an unusual background, Liam pairs her up with Tasha, a dog in need of a handler to stay in their competitive program. Zoey is thrilled to put her past behind her and give the mischievous rescue dog her own second chance. However, shortly after she arrives, the FBI realizes the Future State case is far from closed. And Zoey may be the key to solving it.
Zoey offers to go back to Future State to help the FBI end things once and for all. Only this time, she’ll have Liam and Tasha for backup. But, the problems at Future State are more explosive than any of them suspect.
Iconoclastic detective Jackson Brodie returns in a triumphant new novel about secrets, sex, and lies.
Jackson Brodie has relocated to a quiet seaside village, in the occasional company of his recalcitrant teenage son and an aging Labrador, both at the discretion of his ex-partner Julia. It's picturesque, but there's something darker lurking behind the scenes.
Jackson's current job, gathering proof of an unfaithful husband for his suspicious wife, is fairly standard-issue, but a chance encounter with a desperate man on a crumbling cliff leads him into a sinister network -- and back across the path of his old friend Reggie. Old secrets and new lies intersect in this breathtaking novel by one of the most dazzling and surprising writers at work today.
"Thank goodness the long Jackson Brodie hiatus is over." --Janet Maslin, New York Times
The cartel wants Tom Rollins dead. But he’s got other plans.
Honduran cartel leader, Oscar Zavala, has escaped from the Mexican prison where he’s been serving a life sentence. And now he wants to take revenge on the men who put him there – Tom Rollins and his former black ops unit.
Oscar sends a team to the US. Their mission – to take Rollins alive and bring him back to Honduras where he can be tortured and killed.
This first team fails, but Tom knows Oscar will never give up. There will be other teams and Tom and the people he loves will never be safe.
A fear that is confirmed when Zeke, another member of Tom’s old unit, and his family are drawn into the conflict.
Tom realizes they have no choice, they have to bring the fight to the enemy. By going to Honduras and facing Oscar and his entire cartel in what may be the deadliest battle Tom has ever fought…
Search and Destroy - Book 10 in the superb Tom Rollins action thriller series. Perfect for fans of Lee Child, Jason Kasper & David Archer.
Murder stalks the art world in this seaside town.
The long summer days bring visitors flocking to the little fishing town of Whitby… and the short summer nights bring murder.
When the night watchman at the West Cliff Art Gallery is found dead, everyone in the town is baffled.
All the gallery alarms were disabled, and the thieves had free run of the place. So why didn’t they steal anything? Widow Liz McLuckie is determined to find out.
Her investigation leads her into the murky world of art fraud. To solve the mystery, Liz plans a daring heist of her own. All she needs is a fake Russian oligarch, a pair of unruly ten-year olds, and Nelson, the ugliest (and bravest) dog in Yorkshire. What could possibly go wrong?
Death on the West Cliff — Book 6 in the Kipper Cottage Mystery Series. Perfect for fans of Stella Cameron and Frances Evesham.
Chris is nothing if not stubborn. The woman he loves is trapped in Hell, and he's determined to free her even though everyone who finds out about his quest thinks he has no hope of success. They could be right. He doesn't have any idea how to rescue someone from Hell. Even worse, his lack of faith robs him of the best methods to combat demons. Can love really conquer all? To find out, Chris will have to risk his life--and maybe his own soul.
All Adrienne wanted was a fun new job on a cruise ship—instead, she’s dealt three big surprises.
Surprise number one, wonderful: Her best friend Samantha has joined the cruise!
Surprise number two, also quite good: the First Officer is rather handsome.
Surprise number three, definitely not good: Samantha is suspected of murdering a VIP cruise passenger.
Throw in a few more surprises—an over-the-top boss, a potentially homicidal chef, and a blast from Adrienne’s past—and this cruise might end up being Adrienne’s last.
Join Adrienne, her new friend Cece, and First Officer Hot Stuff—er, First Officer Ethan Lee—as they try to uncover the truth before it’s too late…
"The perfect balance of being lighthearted, but still a serious page-turning mystery." - Jaycie D, Amazon.com
"A fun cozy mystery with engaging and entertaining characters" - lq, Amazon.com
"For fans of Janet Evanovich, Rhys Bowen and Jana DeLeon, this is a funny, clean mystery." - Clara B, Amazon.com
This is a humorous cozy mystery featuring a strong female protagonist, some unusual friends and co-workers, and a mystery that needs solving! It has no graphic gore, bad language or sex.
Cupcake-loving croupier Tiffany Black is determined to leave her job at the casino for good. She's one small step away from acquiring her Private Investigator license, and has her eye on the prize.
Accepting her first real case - investigating the murder of casino-mogul Ethan Becker - should be exciting. Instead, things spiral out of control and Tiffany finds herself in over her head, as she confronts secretive suspects, corrupt casino henchmen and a bodyguard with a mysterious past.
Tiffany's poker-hustling Nanna and pushy parents want her to find a nice man and settle down, but Tiffany just wants to track down the real murderer before he finds her first...
THIS IS NO ORDINARY BOOK CLUB!
"Will blow you away!" ~ Cozy Mystery Book Reviews
What book reviewers & bloggers say about the Magical Mystery Book Club:
~ One of the COOLEST books I've ever had the honor of reading!!!
~ I read 150+ cozy mysteries every year - this is by far the most unique storyline I've read.
~ An absolutely ingenious idea for a paranormal mystery!
~ The concept is nothing short of brilliant!
~ I'm ravenous for the next book!
1 Shifting and Shenanigans
Paige and her adventurous Aunt Glo inherit a country inn from eccentric GeeGee. Finally! They can get into the secret room in the basement that GeeGee kept locked! They discover it’s a wonderful library filled to the brim with mystery books. But more than the room was a secret – it’s a magical place that houses enchanted books. Paige and Glo find themselves absorbed into the book - smack-dab in the middle of a murder mystery, along with a motley group of book club friends. The club will need to work together to solve the case in order to get out of the book and back to their home.
~ Finalist - 2022 Cozy Mystery Tribe Awards for BOOK OF THE YEAR ~
2 Vampires and Villains
The book club has recovered from their first book journey, and they all agree on their next book which takes place on a cruise ship bound for Hawaii. The problem is, they were so excited about the cruising idea that they didn’t read the entire blurb on the back of the book. (“It was entirely too long,” explains Zell.) Once on the ship, they meet a charming and likeable man who blends seamlessly into their motley group. Too bad they don’t know why he’s so scarce during the day but shows up to join them every evening for dinner, drinks, and a show. When a dead body shows up on board, their new friend is labeled a suspect. Can they help him out by finding the real murderer? Or is he the real murderer? The book club will need to solve the case to get off the ship, out of the book, and back to their home.
3 Cowboys and Chaos
On this book journey, the club chooses a mystery that takes place in a quaint western town – in the old Wild West. That sounds like great fun, until they arrive in the dusty old town in the Arizona desert, among cowboys and saloons. They discover that the outhouse isn’t the worse thing about this trip. The good news is that Paige, Glo, Zell, Frank, and the other members of the club discover plenty of adventures here, and they have a great time visiting a piece of history. Upon their arrival in the book, they even get the best surprise ever. This brave, loyal, and goofy group gets to live through many exciting moments as they unravel this ghostly cozy mystery story.
From the creator of Jurassic Park and ER
Leagues below the sparkling blue water of the Caribbean Sea lies the mysterious wreckage of the Grave Descend. Protected by a wall of coral reef and blood-thirsty sharks, the corpse of the sunken yacht has been deemed unrecoverable by every diver in the world. Until James McGregor is offered a shot at it.
For McGregor, a thirty-nine-year-old diver with a long history of unsavory salvage jobs, it’s his last chance at a big payday. But the more he learns about the wreck, the more questions he uncovers—because none of the survivors are telling the same story. How did the ship really sink? What was its cargo? And why is this whole project starting to feel like a suicide mission?
With a new introduction by Sherri Crichton
Sometimes red flags are easy to miss ...
When Sean’s captivating smile greets me on our first date, I know I’ve hit a jackpot by matching with him on Tinder. An hour later, I’m screaming from his locked basement to let me out.
The contrast between Sean and my ex is striking, so when he invites me over to his place, I dismiss the reservations I’ve had up until then and take the plunge. Everything seems to be going perfectly. I find myself drawn deeper into his charm and, when we’re in the bedroom, I allow the fires of passion to blur the boundaries I had set for myself.
However, as the night unfolds, red flags become glaringly obvious. By then, it’s already too late. I’m trapped in the confines of his house and unable to escape the horrifying secrets he hides within.
Fugitive Lola Cabello is hellbent on avenging her mother's death.
She descends into an escalating scheme of reptilian drug lords, led by the fallen angel Mastema, after withholding evidence from the police.
The notorious Crystal Moths are responsible for murdering her loved ones. She needs retribution and allies with the last nymph, Synarion, who is responsible for balancing Mother Nature. Their allegiance is tested due to their differences, is he friend or foe? Lead Detective Iglesias closes in on Lola. His case is jeopardized for he may be the last clean cop all while attempting to be a good single father.
Lola’s vigilante methods unravel the secrets of the Crystal Moth’s new drug, ash. This forces the gangsters to send their fiercest assassin, Scalebane, to silence her.
The power of ash endangers Lola’s wellbeing and threatens to expose the last of a forgotten world filled with demons, vampires, talking plants, and the fantastic.
They control the media.
Detective Iglesias is closing in.
Lola is not prepared for this rabbit hole.
Praise for Crystal Moth Conspiracy
“The Crystal Moth Conspiracy is a tight, quick-paced, and deeply developed tale with plenty of twists to keep you guessing.”
★★★★★ Author Chris Patrick Carolan, Goodreads
“…unique world building, fast pace, and a flawed-yet-captivating protagonist, prepare to be engrossed.”
★★★★★ Author Taija Morgan, BookBub
"Loving it so far and how it sucks me away from reality. Also love how it takes place in Canada."
★★★★★ Reader Natasha Quantz, Goodreads
The last time witchy car mechanic Victoria Fox did magic, she nearly blew up half a street. Oops. No more magic for her, but is a witch who doesn’t do magic still a witch?
Well, she does have a kitty familiar named Professor Studmuffin Salvitore III. She also has a knack for inviting magical trouble to her shop’s doorstep.
Like her business rival who shows up and offers her a deal. A tempting deal, but she shuts the door in his face anyway. Moments later, his star employee drops dead.
All roads lead to Victoria as the murderer. The problem? She didn’t do it. The other problem? Almost no one believes her.
It’s now up to her and her kitty familiar to prove she’s innocent. Tiptoeing closer to the truth could put them both in danger though. And it might just take a lead paw on the gas pedal to get them out.
