11 mystery books for kids who love Robin Stevens

 

If you know a young reader that’s captivated by the clever mysteries and charming characters in Robin Stevens' Murder Most Unladylike and Ministry of Unladylike Activity books, this post is for you.

Finding brilliant mystery novels that keep kids guessing and engaged can be a quest in itself. Luckily, there are plenty of mystery novels that will tickle kids' detective instincts in bookshop collections. They're all aimed at readers aged 8 and up.

Whether they're sleuthing through historical whodunnits or unravelling modern-day conundrums, these books are sure to keep them on the edge of their seats. Put on your detective hat and get ready to explore some fabulous reads that will delight any fan of Robin Stevens and children’s mystery books...

Captivating historical mystery books

First Term at Fernside by Sheena Wilkinson

This beautifully written, charming historical mystery set in an Irish boarding school has strong Enid Blyton vibes, but comes with a modern awareness, plenty of diversity and an uplifting narrative that young readers will find hugely relatable. 

Her Majesty’s League of Remarkable Young Ladies by Alison D. Stegert

Plots, spies and inventors abound in this epic Victorian adventure set between London and Paris which combines gripping mystery, humour, history and science.

The Lizzie & Belle Mysteries: Drama and Danger by J. T. Williams

 

Hide and Seek: A Bletchley Park Mystery by Rhian Tracey

A thrilling wartime mystery based on true historical events. Ned and his mother leave Bletchley Park on a vital wartime mission into the remote Welsh countryside, protecting priceless artwork stored in a slate mine. But when locals become suspicious can Ned prove his loyalty to the mission and keep the secret safe?

Funny mystery adventures

Montgomery Bonbon: Murder at the Museum by Alasdair Beckett-King

Bonnie Montgomery is the world’s best detective, not that anyone has heard of her… But they might have heard of the great Montgomery Bonbon, the well-dressed gentleman detective who looks suspiciously like a 10-year-old girl! 

This is the first in a delightful detective series. Readers will also enjoy Montgomery Bonbon: Mystery at the Manor and Montgomery Bonbon: Death at the Lighthouse.

The Swifts by Beth Lincoln

When someone tries to murder Arch-Aunt Schadenfreude, someone has to work out whodunit. With the help of her sisters and cousin, Shenanigan grudgingly takes on the case, but more murders, a hidden treasure and an awful lot of suspects make thing seriously complicated!

A Grimacres Whodunnit: Murder by Narwhal by Alex T. Smith

Full of head-scratching clues, page-turning twists and a lot people acting suspiciously this is the first in a funny, spoofy middle-grade murder mystery series from bestselling author & illustrator Alex T. Smith.

The Beanstalk Murder by P. G. Bell

The BFG meets Murder Most Unladylike in this giant-sized whodunnit with a witchy twist. When a dead giant falls from the sky and destroys her village trainee witch Anwen examines the body she discovers something interesting. This giant was murdered, which means a killer is on the loose!

Contemporary mystery stories

The Nine Night Mystery by Sharna Jackson

Young readers will love the epic reveals, red herrings and sharp, funny teen dialogue in this exciting new murder mystery. When Rachel is found dead the morning after a party her friends throw a traditional Caribbean Nine Night celebration to help guide her soul to the next world. But Wesley, Margot and Josephine don't have time to mourn Rachel. They are determined to find out who did this!

The Case of the Lighthouse Intruder by Kereen Getten

Budding detectives will be transported to the island of Jamaica in first in the Di Island Crew Investigates series. A strange shadow that has been appearing in the island’s lighthouse and Fayson tries to track down clues with the help of her gang of friends. With tensions stirring within the gang, can she use all her smarts to solve the case?

The Case of the Haunted Wardrobe is the second in this fantastic series and makes a spooky, gripping read.

Death on the Tracks by Paul Westmoreland

Our final pick is something a little bit different. Death on the Tracks is an interactive murder mystery book. You choose what path you take, what puzzles you solve and what answers you take to help you solve a murder. Your choices could take you to the killer – or lead to a more unfortunate fate!

 

You may also like to check out our full collection of mystery books for readers aged 5 to 14.