Top 10 International Mystery Novels I’ve Read Recently – Picks from a Mystery Fan in Japan

Over the past few years, I’ve been diving deep into mystery novels from around the world—during train rides, quiet evenings, and even in between busy days as a working mom.

In this post, I’m sharing 10 international mystery novels that I personally enjoyed and recommend.

Some are dark and twisted, others are clever and suspenseful—but all of them kept me turning the pages.

If you’re looking for your next gripping read, I hope this list helps you find something exciting!

If you're interested in more book reviews and everyday stories from my life in Japan, feel free to visit my blog:
👉 Miriho Note

Right now, there’s just one article in English, but I’ll be adding more soon!

I share my favorite mystery novels, thoughts as a mom, and bits of daily life in Japan.

If you’d like to leave a comment, please feel free to visit my note and share your thoughts there!

I’m also planning to add more English articles on note in the future!