August 18, 2026

The Puzzle-Solving Adventure RR Carousel

The puzzle solving books that turn readers into detectives

These are the books featured in this post — tap any cover to find it on Amazon.

Cover of The Westing Game

The Westing Game

by Ellen Raskin

A will written in wordplay, clues handed out in pairs, and a game the reader plays alongside sixteen suspects

Cover of Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's Library

Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's Library

by Chris Grabenstein

Now a Nickelodeon Original Movie! Over 100 Weeks on the New York Times Bestseller List 44 State Award Lists! Discover what James Patterson calls “the coolest library in the world” in this fun-filled, action-packed bestseller from the much-loved co-author of I Funny and Treasure Hunters! “A worthy successor to. . . Willy Wonka.” —Booklist, Starred Review When Kyle learns that the world's most famous game maker, Luigi Lemoncello, has designed the town's new library and is having an invitation-only lock-in on opening night, he's determined to be there! But the tricky part isn't getting into the library—it's getting out. Because when morning comes, the doors stay locked. Kyle and the other kids must solve every clue and figure out every secret puzzle to find the hidden escape route! Don't miss bonus content in the back of the book—extra puzzles, an author Q&A, and more! And look for the puzzle-packed sequels—Mr. Lemoncello's Library Olympics and Mr. Lemoncello’s Great Library Race! “Full of puzzles to think about, puns to groan at . . . this solid, tightly plotted read is a winner for readers and game-players alike.” —Kirkus Reviews, Starred Review

Cover of Samantha Spinner and the Super-Secret Plans

Samantha Spinner and the Super-Secret Plans

by Russell Ginns

A shabby umbrella, a missing uncle, and secrets tucked in for the inquisitive reader to spot

Cover of The Mystery of Locked Rooms

The Mystery of Locked Rooms

by Lindsay Currie

Three escape room experts crack the codes inside an abandoned funhouse built on riddles and trapdoors

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