Discover books similar to "Nancy Drew Notebooks" series

Ellen Raskin

The Westing Game

This Newbery Medal-winning novel is a puzzling mystery that will keep readers guessing until the very end. Sixteen people receive a strange invitation to the reading of a will, and what follows is a series of riddles and games that will test their wits and their moral compasses. Like Nancy Drew, the characters in this book must use their intelligence and intuition to solve a challenging mystery.

Frances Hodgson Burnett

The Secret Garden

This classic children's novel tells the story of Mary Lennox, a young girl who is sent to live with her uncle in the English countryside after her parents die. There, she discovers a hidden garden that has been locked up for years. As she works to restore the garden to its former glory, she also learns about friendship, kindness, and the healing power of nature. Like Nancy Drew, Mary is a strong and curious protagonist who is determined to uncover the secrets of her new home.

E.L. Konigsburg

From the Mixed-up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler

In this Newbery Medal-winning novel, Claudia and her younger brother Jamie run away from home and hide out in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. There, they stumble upon a mystery involving a statue, a missing angel, and a wealthy benefactor. As they investigate, they learn about art, history, and what it means to be a family. Like Nancy Drew, Claudia and Jamie use their wits and their resourcefulness to solve a challenging mystery.

Trenton Lee Stewart

The Mysterious Benedict Society

This popular children's novel follows four gifted children who are recruited by the mysterious Mr. Benedict to solve a series of puzzles and riddles. As they work together, they uncover a plot to hypnotize the world's children and turn them into mindless drones. Like Nancy Drew, the characters in this book must use their intelligence and teamwork to outsmart the villains and save the day.

Jeanne Birdsall

The Penderwicks

This Newbery Medal-winning novel tells the story of four sisters who spend the summer at a beautiful estate in the countryside. There, they make new friends, have adventures, and solve a few mysteries along the way. Like Nancy Drew, the Penderwick sisters are smart, curious, and resourceful, and they use their talents to help those around them.

Siobhan Dowd

The London Eye Mystery

In this thrilling mystery, Ted and Kat are visiting their aunt in London when they witness a strange incident on the London Eye. When their cousin Salim disappears, they must use their powers of observation and deduction to figure out what happened. Like Nancy Drew, Ted and Kat are intelligent and resourceful, and they use their unique skills to solve a challenging mystery.

Pseudonymous Bosch

The Name of This Book Is Secret

This popular children's novel is a hilarious and suspenseful mystery that follows two unlikely heroes as they try to uncover the secrets of a mysterious magician. As they delve deeper into the world of magic, they uncover a sinister plot and must use all their wits to stay one step ahead of the villains. Like Nancy Drew, the characters in this book are intelligent, curious, and determined to solve the mystery.

Maryrose Wood

The Incorrigible Children of Ashton Place

This charming and witty series follows the adventures of Penelope Lumley, a young governess who is tasked with educating three wild children who were raised by wolves. As she tries to teach them manners and social graces, she also uncovers a series of mysteries involving their missing parents and a mysterious benefactor. Like Nancy Drew, Penelope is intelligent, resourceful, and determined to solve the mysteries she encounters.

Eric Berlin

The Puzzling World of Winston Breen

This engaging series follows Winston Breen, a young puzzle enthusiast who loves to solve mysteries. As he works to unravel a series of puzzles and codes, he uncovers a mysterious organization and a dangerous plot. Like Nancy Drew, Winston is intelligent, curious, and determined to solve the mysteries he encounters.