There are some authors who see their works become classics of literature. Although not many will reach such status, their books are now timeless classics that will be read by generations. Many of them can be found on sites like Mystread, but here are the best classic mystery books of all time.
Woman in White by Wilkie Collins
This classic Victorian novel is still a popular favourite to this day. It is one of the first psychological thrillers ever written and has gone on to be adapted into stage plays and movies. It follows the relationship of two people who shouldn’t be together, and a mysterious woman in white.
Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy by John le Carré
Famous for his spy novels, John le Carre is on point with this book. Set during the cold war, George Smiley comes out of retirement to find a Soviet mole in the heart of the British Intelligence Service. The book is a fascinating look at espionage and deceit, and has many twists and turns. You can read other le Carre novels on Mystread.
The Maltese Falcon by Dashiell Hammett
Sam Spade one of one the characters immortalized by Humphrey Bogart in the movie adaptation. It follows the detectives cast to follow a missing sister of his client. However, when his partner is killed, Spade must find his killer as well as finding the girl.
To find more interesting mystery novels, check out the library at Mystread.
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