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Ninth House Series: Alex Stern by Leigh Bardugo

Galaxy 'Alex' Stern is the most unlikely member of Yale's freshman class. A dropout and the sole survivor of a horrific, unsolved crime, Alex was hoping for a fresh start. But a free ride to one of the world's most prestigious universities was bound to come with a catch. Alex has been tasked with monitoring the mysterious activities of Yale's secret societies. Ever wondered what goes on behind the closed doors of the powerful? This might just get your imagination spinning! A tale of privilege, dark magic and murder set among the Ivy League elite.

Murder Most Unladylike Series: A Murder Most Unladylike by Robin Steven

At Deepdean School for Girls, Daisy Wells and Hazel Wong have set up their own detective agency. But they are struggling to find any real crimes to investigate. (Unless you count the case of Lavinia's missing tie. Which they don't.) Then Hazel discovers the Science Mistress, Miss Bell, lying dead in the Gym. Set in a boarding school (sound familiar?!), friendships, mystery and plots within plots keep the story intriguing - well worth a read!

The Appeal by Janice Hallett

There is a mystery to solve in the sleepy town of Lower Lockwood. It starts with the arrival of two secretive newcomers and ends with a tragic death. Roderick Tanner QC has assigned law students Charlotte and Femi to the case. Someone has already been sent to prison for murder, but he suspects that they are innocent. And that far darker secrets have yet to be revealed... The standout debut thriller of 2021 that delivers multiple brilliant twists and will change the way you think about the modern crime novel.