For readers who can’t get enough of Agatha Christie’s unforgettable mysteries, we’ve compiled a list of must-read books that will captivate your inner detective. These stories are packed with clever twists, complex characters, and intricate puzzles to keep you on your toes. Whether you’re a fan of Poirot’s meticulous methods or Miss Marple’s sharp intuition, these mysteries from Kensington authors will keep you guessing until the very last page.
Phyllida Bright Mysteries by Colleen Cambridge
Releases October 22
As head of household for none other than Agatha Christie, Phyllida Bright finds her position includes polishing silver, serving luncheons…and drawing inspiration from the crime author’s fictional detectives when investigating mysterious deaths in the home of her famous employer.
Ghostwriter Mysteries by Kemper Donovan
Releases January 21, 2025
The USA Today bestselling host of the “All About Agatha” podcast injects the spark and fizz of Golden Age murder mysteries into the present day, as a ghostwriter gets thrown into murder investigations full of twists and turns.
Jane Wunderly Mysteries by Erica Ruth Neubauer
Agatha Award-winning author Erica Neubauer’s delightful historical mystery series features a charming heroine, colorful characters, picturesque settings, sparkling wit, and a healthy dose of suspense. If you want to escape to wanderlust-inspiring locales and solve a good, old-fashioned murder a la Hercule Poirot, this is the series for you!
Puzzle Me a Murder by Roz Noonan
Empathetic to a fault, librarian Alice Pepper always had a natural talent for figuring out people and puzzles in the small Oregon town of West Hazel. But as a mystery permeates the quiet Pacific Northwestern community, murder is a challenge she’s not prepared to solve. Fans of Agatha Christie’s Miss Marple will love Alice and her love of puzzles, cocktails, and gossip!
Knife Skills for Beginners by Orlando Murrin
Releases December 24
The Maid meets Knives Out with a dash of Top Chef in this culinary mystery set in a London cooking school by MasterChef semi-finalist and cookbook writer Orlando Murrin. Perfect for fans of Christie’s locked-room mysteries such as And Then There Were None, this debut is delicious fun.