Detectivefiction Stories

Sixteen‑year‑old Alyson Rogers thinks her biggest problems are oversleeping, sprinting to school, and rereading The Hound of the Baskervilles way too many times. But when her ordinary day takes an impossible turn, Alyson finds herself face‑to‑face with the one person she never expected to meet outside the pages of a book: Sherlock Holmes: very real, very smart, very confused, and very much not from this century.

His first case? The grisly assassination of a high-profile elven ambassador in the city's notorious red-light district. The crime scene is a mess-burned-out tech, shattered runes, and something far darker lurking beneath. The murder threatens to fracture the already fragile peace between humans and the magical newcomers, and the city's leaders want it solved yesterday. Teamed with Elara, a socially awkward but fiercely talented half-elf illusionist who's just as new to the job as he is, Owen is pulled into a conspiracy that stretches from back-alley magic dens to corporate towers dripping with gold. As they chase leads and uncover secrets, Owen begins to suspect that someone close to him is pulling the strings-and the price of betrayal could ignite a war. "Half Elf, Half Cocked, Full Trouble" is a genre-bending, action-packed light novel blending urban fantasy, cyberpunk noir, and sardonic humor into a fast-paced thrill ride. With razor-sharp dialogue, magical mayhem, and just enough heart to hurt, this is the story of two misfits trying to survive a city where trust is dangerous, the truth is slippery, and absolutely everyone has a hidden agenda.

Sherlock Holmes and Doctor Watson are summoned to the Samsa home by one Grete Samsa to investigate the mysterious metamorphosis and death of her brother, Gregor.

Seeking a temporary escape from her parents' pressure, Elvery Warren went on a solo vacation in the city. The supposed-to-be summer getaway leads Elvery into her search for the killer of a famous shop owner, that, with the help of a self-proclaimed detective, Detective K.

Warning: This book contains themes of suicide and mental distress. If you or someone you know is struggling, please seek help through local support services. Reach out to a friend, family or even a complete stranger who doesnt know a thing about you. There is more light in this world than meets the I. Elias Voss is a detective with a curse - when he touches the dead, he relives their final moments. It's how he gets his work done. It's also why he looks like he's dying himself. But when a string of suicides begins to echo his own face in the victims' last visions, Elias is forced to confront the truth behind his gift - and the part of him that never came back from the other side. A haunting psychological thriller about empathy, guilt, and the quiet terror of being truly seen. Dedication: This is a dedication for those who stayed and especially to those who couldn't. Epigraph: If we were to face the end either way, im a firm friend and believer that no one should have to face the end alone." Written by Nick Polanco

Eva is a journalist who is on her way to the top, on the surface she has everything going well for her. what happens when she starts seeing footage of her being stabbed.... 10 weeks to die is a thrilling book that would keep you on edge.

This is part of the cyberpunk universe I've created for my novel called "Neon Drives". The plot takes place in the year 2098 in what used to be Mexico City. At the same time this is a speculative fiction which means the history had some deviations. In that year, the Holy Roman Empire is reigning in North America.

Imagine Sherlock Holmes and Dr John Watson solving a crime in the modern world. What would it be like? Join them as they embark on another adventure to save the world from the next World War in the modern world, cracking codes and using the latest technology to track down the culprits. {MOST IMPRESSIVE RANKING} - #10 in Observation - #21 in Theft {AWARDS} - 3rd in The Mono Awards - 1st in The Daisy Awards

A Study in Scarlet by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle In this gripping detective novel, the legendary Sherlock Holmes and his loyal friend Dr. John Watson embark on their first adventure together. When a man is found murdered in a London house, with the word "RACHE" scrawled in blood on the wall, the case quickly turns into a complex puzzle that only Holmes's unparalleled intellect can solve. As Holmes and Watson delve into the investigation, they uncover a story that stretches far beyond the crime scene. Their pursuit of the truth leads them through a labyrinth of deception, exploring themes of love, betrayal, and revenge that cross both time and place. From the gritty streets of London to the wild landscapes of America, Holmes and Watson's journey reveals a hidden world of secrets and a chilling motive behind the murder. In "A Study in Scarlet," Arthur Conan Doyle introduces readers to the brilliant mind of Sherlock Holmes and the steadfast companionship of Dr. Watson, setting the stage for a series of thrilling adventures. Join them in this classic tale of mystery and intrigue, where every clue is a step closer to uncovering the truth.

[17+ | Fanfiction/Mystery/Thriller/Adventure/Action] [TW: Uncensored swears, blood, erotism, may contain other disturbing elements | Viewer Discretion Advised.] "There is always hope for tomorrow's sunrise," they always said. I never believed in magic and miracles; and at first I didn't think I should, since I'm a scientist/detective and stuff- But, I guess life loves to give me lemons, because to my own surprise, I got sent to the city of Qyshin. The very city known for their advanced technology, their aesthetic viewpoints and most importantly... the existence of magic? What? Hmph, I don't know, at least that's what the locals tend to call it, while I absolutely know better; there had to be a good explanation for this to exist and sure enough, I found it. And to be honest, the whole discovery was what started the story in the first place. As time passed, truths started to rise from the depths of darkness, scratching the surface slowly and, if not careful, painfully. Start - 1/29/2025 Courtesy of CyberneticWanderer, Copyright © 2025

When famed gazette owner Basil Castell is found murdered in his wine cellar hours after a lavish "living funeral" party, suspicion stains every guest on his private island. Still reeling from the cruise ship tragedy that made him a legend, the world's greatest detective, Vincent Benoit is dragged back into the spotlight - and into a case where no one is innocent, and nothing is quite real. Blood stains and it never wash off.

16 years old Cheyenne has no idea why she is standing outside 221B, Baker Street. The only thing she knows about it (Thanks to Google) is that the house belongs to some obnoxious London detective. When she finally plucks the courage to knock at the door that looks so forbidding, she realizes who this obnoxious detective is and what he really means to her.

John Dormi had never missed a day at the gym in two years. It was more than just a routine-it was the ritual that bonded him with his best friend, Paul Browlee. The two of them pushed each other to their limits every morning, the clang of weights and the grunts of effort creating the soundtrack of their brotherhood. "Yo, Paul! You ready to hit that 220 today? Maybe 225?" John called out with his usual grin as they warmed up. Paul shrugged, wiping sweat from his brow. "Nah, I'm good today. Next time, maybe." That easy camaraderie was their normal, their world. But on this night, everything changed. John's phone buzzed relentlessly as he stepped inside his apartment. More than fifty notifications blinked on his screen-missed calls, text messages, urgent voice notes-from Paul's family. Panic rippled through him like electricity. He tapped one of the voice messages and heard Paul's mother's trembling voice. "John, please... Paul's gone. He hasn't come home, and no one's heard from him. We don't know where he is." His heart thudded. Paul-his best friend, his gym brother-was missing. Without wasting a second, John grabbed his jacket and dashed out the door, heading straight to the one person he trusted to help in times like these: Detective Draken. Draken was a man of quiet intensity-a detective who had earned his reputation solving the toughest cases under the city's darkest skies. John found him in a dimly lit office cluttered with case files and cold coffee cups, already digging through papers when John burst in. "Detective Draken," John gasped, out of breath, "it's Paul-he's missing. His family's freaking out. I don't know what happened.".......the games just getting started ...lets see how far it goes LETS SEE HOW FAR CAN U GOO LITTLE ONE.....DRAKEN Disclaimer: This story is a work of fiction. It contains scenes of crime investigation, psychological tension, and depictions of violence that may be disturbing to some readers. Reader discretion is advised. ...

The Precinct is an anthology of standalone police procedurals-no crossovers, no shared canon, no ongoing arcs. Just different detectives handling different crimes under different badges, one file at a time.

In rainy, modern London, Detective Slat Stones races against time to solve the mysterious disappearance of Clara-a key to a dangerous criminal network. Every dark alley and coded clue pulls him deeper into a web of ruthless enemies and shocking betrayals. Step into a gritty thriller where nothing is as it seems, and danger lurks in every shadow.

~ONC 2023 Shortlister~ An embezzlement, two murders and a series of suspicious deaths that follow- with a bloodthirsty murderer on the loose, Gabriel must race against time to defeat a powerful nemesis with no regard for law or life. Armed with an amateur for an assistant, next to no evidence and an old walkie talkie, Private Detective Gabriel Bedford sets out to uncover the deaths of Detective Katherine Wright and her lover from twenty years ago. How does the dormant walkie talkie seem to come to life at midnight? Who is the supposed ally who works in the shadows to help the detective when he is at his wits' end? Moreover, who is the unknown adversary who seems to know his every move and is always one step ahead? ~Can be found on the mystery, humor, adultfiction and MysteryThrillerIN profile reading lists~

A parody of Clue (the game) and detective fiction genre at large. It serves as a prequel to the event of Mr. Black death.

A chilling string of murders across Mallorca mimics twisted versions of beloved fairytales. With each victim matching a disturbing profile, detectives Max Winter and Miranda Blake must follow the breadcrumbs before the next chapter ends in death. But when Miranda vanishes, the fairytale turns personal-and the ending is anything but guaranteed.

Joe was ambushed and kidnapped. He woke up later and found himself in very unfamiliar territory, while his friends from his native Creamland sought him. At the same time, he met new people, and also mechanical beings that seemed to threaten him whenever he showed up. This story is told in a third-person narrative.

Kiyo, Bella, Marisa and April make up Chrysler College's famous Dream Team. They can problem solve like no one ever knew. Of course, in a team, each person plays a vital role, and Chrysler's Dreamers, as they are known, are no exception. When they're sent off for work experience at Astraea, and disaster strikes, the team must get to the bottom of what really happened.