mystery novel

/ˌmɪstəri ˌnɑvəl/
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Other forms: mystery novels

Definitions of mystery novel
  1. noun
    novel in which the reader is challenged to solve a puzzle before the detective explains it at the end
    synonyms: detective novel
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    type of:
    novel
    an extended fictional work in prose; usually in the form of a story
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