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A collection of short stories featuring Maud, a spirited elderly lady who uses her wit and resourcefulness to eliminate inconveniences in her life - all with a touch of humor.

A group of retirees in a peaceful retirement village get swept up in solving cold cases, using their unique life experiences and skills to draw clues and catch a murderer.

A self-aware mystery about a family gathering gone wrong, revealing unsettling truths about each member's past and their dark commonality.

A scientist experiments with invisibility but spirals into madness as he becomes invisible, leading to chaotic events and horror. His struggle with his sanity and the implications of his discovery create a thrilling narrative reminiscent of dark Doctor Who episodes.

A mother is forced to confront her worst nightmare when her daughter is kidnapped as part of a sinister chain of abductions, requiring her to become the kidnapper herself to save her.

A darkly humorous and fast-paced mystery that unfolds in a surreal setting, where the boundaries of reality and fantasy blur.

A whimsical and darkly funny story about a character who must confront the consequences of a mysterious breakfast concoction.

An alcoholic woman becomes entangled in a missing person investigation that reveals dark secrets about her life and those around her.

An exploration of wealth, family secrets, and the extremes of love and ambition in a high-society setting, where the protagonist must navigate the twisted relationships of a world driven by money and status.

A gripping psychological thriller that unfolds in a mysterious house inhabited by a man with a complex past and the twisting narratives of various characters, ultimately revealing the darkness lurking beneath the surface of suburban life and human relationships.

A captivating story entwining personal narratives with broader social issues, challenging to the reader's perceptions.

On a remote Irish island, a wedding turns deadly when a guest is murdered. As secrets are revealed and tensions rise, the guests must confront their pasts and the wealthy bride's family, leading to a shocking climax.

A group of kids in a small town uncover supernatural mysteries while searching for their missing friend.

A young lawyer travels to a remote village for a funeral, only to encounter the ghost of a mysterious woman who has a terrifying connection to the village’s past. The sense of isolation and dread is palpable, making for a suspenseful and chilling read.

Three orphans, the Baudelaire children, are pursued by the evil Olaf who wants to steal their inheritance.

In 1889 Paris, a crew of thieves and artists must work together to steal a powerful artifact. Along the way, they navigate friendships, betrayals, and a touch of romance as they uncover the secrets of the past.

A Secret Service agent comes to a small town to investigate the disappearance of his partner, only to find that the town has many dark secrets and everyone is hiding something. The strange occurrences gradually reveal a larger conspiracy at work.

Following a woman who awakens with amnesia and discovers she is part of a secret organization that monitors supernatural occurrences, she must use her newfound abilities to not only protect herself but also unravel a conspiracy.

In a city where gods once walked and where their remains still manifest strange powers, a young woman investigates the murder of a prominent historian, uncovering a conspiracy that threatens the city.

A chance encounter between two women leads to dramatic consequences as secrets come to light, twisting the narrative of their lives.

The story revolves around Philip Ashley, a young man who becomes infatuated with his mysterious cousin Rachel after the death of his guardian. The narrative explores themes of obsession, trust, and the interplay of wealth and love.

A small town in Georgia is torn apart by a devastating crime that leaves two young sisters facing life-altering repercussions. The story unfolds through flashbacks and present events, revealing dark secrets, familial intricacies, and the efforts of a lawyer to uncover the truth behind the crime while navigating political and personal conflicts.

An upper-middle-class family’s life in suburbia is disrupted by the arrival of an enigmatic artist and her daughter, leading to contentious debates over race and privilege.

In 17th century Amsterdam, a young woman receives a miniature house that begins to reflect her real life, revealing secrets and prophecies.

In post-war Barcelona, a young boy discovers a mysterious book that leads him into a labyrinth of intrigue and secrets surrounding the author.

Hercule Poirot investigates the murder of wealthy heiress Emily Inglethorp at Styles Court, uncovering a twisted web of deceit.

A murder mystery unfolds against the backdrop of an Egyptian honeymoon, as Poirot investigates the death of an heiress on a luxurious cruise.

During a luxurious train journey, Poirot must solve the murder of a wealthy American while stranded in a snowstorm with a cast of dubious characters.

Poirot is drawn into solving the murder of a domineering mother while on holiday in Jordan, where family tensions reveal deeper secrets.

Poirot is called to solve a murder that occurs during a dinner party, where the guests unwittingly become part of a more sinister plot.

A group of high school students takes a sinister plan too far when their prank on their teacher leads to unforeseen consequences.

A young woman who can read people's minds runs a scam, but soon finds herself entangled in a dangerous situation.

Kya, an isolated girl growing up in the marshes of North Carolina, becomes a suspect in a murder case while exploring themes of loneliness and resilience.

Journalist Mikael Blomkvist teams up with hacker Lisbeth Salander to solve the decades-old disappearance of a wealthy industrialist's niece, leading them into a dark world of corruption and violence.

Detective Hercule Poirot investigates the murder of a wealthy man, unveiling secrets and revealing the complexities of human nature.

Set in a medieval monastery, a Franciscan friar investigates a series of mysterious deaths amidst a backdrop of theological debates and historical intrigue. Eco's layered narrative blends fiction with actual historical events, presenting deep philosophical and cultural analyses.

Siblings Amy and Dan Cahill embark on a world-spanning treasure hunt in search of the 39 clues that lead to an incredible family secret.

A group of young ghost hunters take on various supernatural cases in a haunted London filled with dangerous spirits.

In 1892 New York City, a young woman teams up with a detective who can see supernatural beings and solve mysteries that transcend reality.

The eerie story of two sisters and their ailing uncle living in isolation after a family tragedy, with themes of paranoia and societal judgment, told through the voice of the unreliable narrator.

An investigation into the mysterious deaths of a group of Russian hikers in the Ural Mountains in 1959, uncovering secrets of the night they perished.

A woman who survived her family's massacre returns to the scene to confront her past and the truth behind the tragedy.

A young girl sets out to solve the mystery of her brother's murder in a small Mississippi town, uncovering dark secrets along the way.

A private detective investigates the mysterious death of a supermodel, uncovering hidden secrets and lies in the glamorous world.

A detective is drawn back to the woods where he experienced a traumatic event as a child while investigating a young girl's murder.

A serial killer taunts the police with a series of riddles, pushing them to solve the mystery behind the murders.

Set in a seemingly perfect town, the lives of three women collide in a tragic event. The book combines humor and suspense as it explores themes of domestic violence, parenting, and schoolyard drama.

A young lawyer is recruited by a prestigious law firm with a dark secret that threatens his life and freedom.

A law student uncovers a conspiracy involving the murders of two Supreme Court Justices and must race to protect her life before she becomes the next victim.

Detective Harry Hole investigates a series of disappearances of women that coincide with the first snow of winter. The chilling atmosphere and complex plot keep the reader on edge, reflecting the eeriness of winter nights.

A modern fantasy series set in London where police constable Peter Grant discovers he has a talent for magic and gets involved in supernatural investigations alongside a magical mentor.

A brilliant Harvard symbologist is pulled into a murder investigation that reveals a hidden truth about the Holy Grail. As he works to solve the puzzle, he uncovers a conspiracy that dates back thousands of years.

A girl discovers her ties to a mysterious, sinister fairy tale world after her grandmother, the author of a cult classic fairy tale collection, disappears.

A mix of necromancy and science fiction, following the title character as she navigates political intrigue and a challenging contest among necromancers.

A gripping tale of intrigue and horror as characters search for the truth behind a magical, cursed cup with a dark history.

A boy discovers a mysterious orphanage and children with unique abilities, leading to confrontations with terrifying creatures.

A charismatic girl interested in true crime investigates a cold case at an elite boarding school, leading to new mysteries.

A group of friends is haunted by the return of a former friend who knows all their secrets, leading to a suspenseful unraveling of mysteries.

A high school student investigates an old murder case, unraveling layers of lies while facing her own challenges.

A suspenseful tale involving a group of kids kidnapped, unraveling mysteries and twists that keep readers engaged.

A mysterious force is killing children in a small town, and a group of skilled individuals must uncover the truth behind the disappearances.

A woman wakes up every day with no memory due to a traumatic accident, she must piece together her past with the help of her journal.

A therapist becomes embroiled in a murder investigation involving a secret society at Cambridge University.

A woman's act of violence against her husband and her refusal to speak about it leads to a psychotherapist's obsession with unraveling her story.

A group of teens are trapped in a maze and must work together to escape while uncovering the mysteries surrounding their existence.

Two siblings run away and hide in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, uncovering a mystery along the way.

A girl inherits a billionaire's fortune and has to solve puzzles to claim her inheritance while being pursued by the billionaire's relatives.

After a plane crash, survivors find themselves on a beach with unusual circumstances tied to time travel.

Involves a plane crash, time travel, and strangers stranded together on a beach.

A story with elements of survival and mystery that captures a similar vibe to 'Lost'.

Scientists investigating a mysterious spacecraft discover that their fears manifest and cause chaos among them.

A novel focusing on survival games and the mysteries that unfold during a wilderness survival experience.

A collection of four novellas, one of which deals with a red-eye flight where passengers mysteriously vanish.

A group of castaways discovers a strange island full of marvels and dangers, similar in spirit to 'Lost'.

The story involves a mysterious apartment building and the dark secrets it hides, contributing to a feeling of suspense similar to 'Lost'.

A group is sent to investigate a mysterious and deadly area known as Area X, filled with bizarre phenomena and transformations.

A group travels to the Congo in search of lost science and the legendary diamond mines, facing various dangers in the jungle.

The first Lord Peter Wimsey mystery involving a dead body in a bathtub.

A series of detective novels featuring the aristocratic sleuth Peter Wimsey as he solves various crimes.

Chronicles the lives of residents in a San Francisco boarding house, exploring themes of love, identity, and community.

Ten strangers are invited to an isolated island, and one by one they are killed off in accordance with a nursery rhyme.

A psychological thriller about a journalist who returns to her hometown to cover a series of brutal murders, confronting her own troubled past.

A thriller that explores the complexities of marriage through the lens of a missing wife and the media frenzy that follows.

A young man discovers the wonders and mysteries of a magical house filled with endless rooms and tides.

The story intertwines the lives of two characters in a parallel world that mirrors Tokyo in 1984, exploring themes of love, loneliness, and the nature of reality.

In the late 1890s, a group of manuscript thieves, known as bookaneers, attempt to steal a novel from Robert Louis Stevenson while navigating treachery and intrigue in Samoa.

Detective Hercule Poirot is asked to investigate a case that led to a woman's conviction for murder 16 years earlier. He interviews five people who were involved to piece together the truth.

A story about a man who becomes increasingly obsessed with his own beauty, leading to a moral decline and supernatural consequences.