Books by Ava Ness

Stylish sleuths. Scandalous secrets. Unforgettable mysteries.

Step into the world of bestselling cozy mystery author Ava Ness, where danger is dressed in pearls, and every clue is laced with charm. From glamorous trains and country estates to glittering London ballrooms, Ava’s books are full of clever twists, lovable sidekicks, and heroines who refuse to be underestimated.

Whether you love short, satisfying reads or full-length whodunits, you’ll find something to devour below.

Lady Marigold’s 1920s Murder Mystery Books

Side-by-side book covers of Lady Marigold’s 1920s Murder Mysteries by Ava Ness. On the left, A Roaring Murder shows Lady Marigold in a red coat and blue hat, standing with her white terrier in front of a train and arched bridge. On the right, A High Society Murder features Marigold in a crimson outfit and hat, with the dog beside her and a grand English manor in the background, set against a dusky blue landscape.

Full-length cozy historical mysteries | Paperback, ebook, audiobook, large print, and hardback

Join former British spy and daring adventuress Lady Marigold Grey as she solves glamorous murders with the help of her fashion-obsessed assistant, her loyal butler, and her fluffy terrier, Pepper.

  • A Roaring Murder – A murder on a luxury train puts Marigold on track for trouble.
  • A High Society Murder – When a skeleton is found in her country estate, Marigold must clear her family’s name.

 “If you love Miss Fisher and Downton Abbey, you’ll adore Lady Marigold.”

Lady Clues 1920s Mystery Books

Book bundle image featuring the Lady Clues 1920s Mysteries series by Ava Ness. The central cover shows Lady Clues and the Mystery of the Missing Letters, with a stylish 1920s woman in a blue hat surrounded by flying pages. Partially visible behind it are covers for Lady Clues and the Christmas Thief (red background) and Lady Clues and the Mystery of the Vanishing Valet (blue background), each with the heroine dressed in vintage attire.

Short reads told through newspaper columns | Kindle only

Lady Clues, London’s most self-proclaimed society sleuth, exposes more than just murder. In these cleverly structured short mysteries, she reveals how post-war London’s glittering exterior hides secrets, scandals—and justice worth fighting for.

Perfect for fans of golden age mysteries, quick reads, and biting social insight.

By Series

Lady Marigold’s 1920s Murder Mysteries (full-length novels):

  • A Roaring Murder
  • A High Society Murder

Lady Clues 1920s Mysteries (short reads):

  • Lady Clues and the Mystery of the Missing Letters
  • Lady Clues and the Christmas Thief
  • Lady Clues and the Mystery of the Vanishing Valet
    (New stories released seasonally)

Where to Buy

All Ava Ness books are available at major retailers including:

  • Amazon (Kindle, paperback, audiobook)
  • Audible (audiobooks)
  • Libraries & Bookshops (on request via IngramSpark)

Prefer large print? Ava’s books are available in accessible formats too.