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Experience the thrill of the chase with our collection of second-hand Detective and Mystery books.

From classic whodunits to modern psychological thrillers, our selection has something for every mystery lover. With competitive prices, you can delve into the twists and turns of a gripping mystery without breaking the bank. Plus, our second-hand collection means you can discover hidden gems and out-of-print titles that you won’t find in your average bookstore.

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The Vanishing Act of Esme Lennox
By Maggie O’Farrell
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Death of a Dutchman
By Magdalen Nabb
# 2 in Marshal Guarnaccia Mystery
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Single & Single
By John le Carré
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Operation Red Jericho
By Joshua Mowll
# 1 in The Guild of Specialists
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Operation Storm City
By Joshua Mowll
# 3 in The Guild of Specialists
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Shadow Wave
By Robert Muchamore
# 12 in CHERUB
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The Golden Gate
By Alistair MacLean
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The Last Frontier
By Alistair MacLean
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Now You See Me
By Margaret Murphy
# 2 in Detective Jeff Rickman
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The Honourable Schoolboy
By John le Carré
# 6 in George Smiley
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Seconds Away
By Harlan Coben
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Smiley’s People
By John le Carré
# 7 in George Smiley
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Clutch of Constables
By Ngaio Marsh
# 25 in Roderick Alleyn
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The Last Temptation
By Val McDermid
# 3 in Tony Hill & Carol Jordan
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Killing the Shadows
By Val McDermid
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