Ellery Queen Detective
Series by Ellery QueenDive into the captivating world of Ellery Queen, a brilliant author-turned-amateur detective, as he unravels intricate mysteries alongside his father in 1930s New York City, blending clever plots with literary flair in a groundbreaking series that challenges readers to solve whodunits themselves.
Step into the cerebral world of Ellery Queen, where the sharpest minds grapple with the darkest of mysteries. Set against the backdrop of mid-20th century America—an era brimming with both innovation and intrigue—each tale unravels a complex tapestry of crime, deception, and unexpected twists. At the heart of this iconic series is Ellery himself, a brilliant mystery writer turned amateur sleuth, whose insatiable curiosity leads him to confront the most baffling puzzles, from the tragic deaths of heiresses to infamous serial killers, all while engaging the reader in a game of wits. As each novel unfolds, Ellery finds himself entangled in perilous scenarios where not just lives, but reputations are at stake. His unyielding quest for justice pits him against clever adversaries and challenges that push his deductive skills to the limit. From ghostwritten masterpieces to classic whodunits reimagined, the series artfully combines classic detective tropes with rich character development and layered narratives that explore the very nature of morality and truth. With their clever plots, spellbinding settings, and a cast of unforgettable characters, the Ellery Queen Detective series invites you to unlock the enigmas hidden within each tale. Delve into this series where every page turn promises a new revelation, and remember: in a world of smoke and mirrors, nothing is as it seems. Are you ready to solve the mystery?
Books in this Series
Ellery Queen Detective
The Roman Hat Mystery
Published in 1929
The French Powder Mystery
Published in 1930
The Dutch Shoe Mystery
Published in 1931
The Greek Coffin Mystery
Published in 1932
The Egyptian Cross Mystery
Published in 1932
The American Gun Mystery / Death at the Rodeo
Published in 1933
The Siamese Twin Mystery
Published in 1933
The Chinese Orange Mystery
Published in 1934
The Lamp of God
Published in 1935
The Spanish Cape Mystery
Published in 1935
Halfway House
Published in 1936
The Door Between
Published in 1936
The Four of Hearts
Published in 1938
The Devil to Pay
Published in 1938
The Dragon's Teeth / The Virgin Heiresses
Published in 1939
The Penthouse Mystery
Published in 1941
Calamity Town
Published in 1942
The Perfect Crime
Published in 1942
There Was an Old Woman / The Quick and the Dead
Published in 1943
The Murderer is a Fox
Published in 1945
Ten Days' Wonder
Published in 1948
Cat of Many Tails
Published in 1949
Double, Double / The Case of the Seven Murders
Published in 1950
The Origin of Evil
Published in 1951
The King is Dead
Published in 1952
The Golden Summer
Published in 1953
The Scarlet Letters
Published in 1953
The Glass Village
Published in 1954
Inspector Queen's Own Case
Published in 1957
The Finishing Stroke
Published in 1958
Queens Full
Published in 1960
Dead Man's Tale
Published in 1961
Death Spins the Platter
Published in 1962
The Player On Other Side
Published in 1963
Kill as Directed
Published in 1963
Murder with a Past
Published in 1963
And on the Eighth Day
Published in 1964
Four Men Called John
Published in 1964
Ellery Queen's Lethal Black Book
Published in 1965
The Fourth Side of the Triangle
Published in 1965
A Study in Terror
Published in 1966
Losers, weepers
Published in 1966
Shoot The Scene
Published in 1966
The Madman Theory
Published in 1966
Face to Face
Published in 1967
The House of Brass
Published in 1968
Q.E.D. Queen's Experiments in Detection
Published in 1968
House of Brass
Published in 1968
The Devil's Cook
Published in 1968
Cop Out
Published in 1969
The Last Woman in His Life
Published in 1970
Ellery Queen's Poetic Justice
Published in 1970
A Fine and Private Place
Published in 1971
Blow Hot Blow Cold
Published in 1974
Ellery Queen, Master Detective
Published in 2020