Master investigators and homegrown sleuths carry readers who love mystery and intrigue to the final exciting pages of detective novels. Anyone who wants to sink into an intricate puzzle and work out clues for themselves can find them within the pages.

This list of the best detective novels includes stories set in diverse locations where brilliant protagonists set their wits against dastardly criminals. Explore justice, adventure, all facets of human nature, and exciting action from start to finish.