Ahead, ELLE’s recommendations for the best mysteries ... perfect for mystery fans whose tastes lean more “cozy” than “frightening”—even if the subject itself remains murder.

Locked-room mysteries are not only perennially popular, their appeal is global. Author Tom Hindle lets us in on the best.

With a panel of celebrated authors—Megan Abbott ... satisfying, and influential mystery and thriller books, in chronological order beginning in the 1800s This project is led by Lucy Feldman ...