Discover books similar to "Mrs. Pollifax" series

Dorothy Gilman

The Unexpected Mrs. Pollifax

If you enjoyed the quirky and adventurous nature of Mrs. Pollifax, you'll be delighted to know that the series starts with this novel. This is where we are introduced to Emily Pollifax, a seemingly ordinary widow who becomes a CIA agent and embarks on her first mission to Albania.

Dorothy Gilman

A Palm for Mrs. Pollifax

In this installment, Mrs. Pollifax travels to Mexico to locate a missing agent. Fans of the series will appreciate the intrigue, humor, and the protagonist's ability to find adventure in the most unexpected places.

Josephine Tey

The Daughter of Time

Although not an adventure series, this book shares the same light-heartedness and wit as Mrs. Pollifax books. The story revolves around a detective who, while recovering from an injury, becomes fascinated with the historical mystery of Richard III and the Princes in the Tower.

Josephine Tey

Miss Pym Disposes

This novel features a middle-aged woman who, like Mrs. Pollifax, finds herself in the midst of a mystery. In this case, Miss Pym, a physical education instructor, uncovers a murder plot at a school for physical education teachers.

Alexander McCall Smith

The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency

Precious Ramotswe, the owner and detective at the No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency in Botswana, is a warm, kind, and intelligent woman, much like Mrs. Pollifax. Readers will enjoy the cozy mysteries and the unique cultural aspects of Botswana.

Agatha Christie

Murder at the Vicarage

This is the first novel in the Miss Marple series, featuring a kind, elderly, and intelligent woman who solves mysteries in her quaint English village. Fans of Mrs. Pollifax will appreciate the similarities between the two characters.

Dorothy L. Sayers

Gaudy Night

This Lord Peter Wimsey novel focuses on Harriet Vane, an accomplished mystery writer, who returns to her alma mater to investigate a series of poison pen letters and other disturbing events. Readers who enjoy strong, intelligent female protagonists will appreciate Harriet Vane.

Alan Bradley

The Sweetness at the Bottom of the Pie

This series features an 11-year-old sleuth, Flavia de Luce, who combines intelligence, curiosity, and humor in her investigations. Fans of Mrs. Pollifax will enjoy the light-heartedness and clever plot twists.

Kerry Greenwood

Cocaine Blues

This is the first novel in the Phryne Fisher series, featuring a glamorous, wealthy, and independent woman who solves crimes in 1920s Melbourne. Readers who enjoy strong, unconventional female leads will appreciate Phryne Fisher.