About Gladys Mitchell
We list 67 books by Gladys Mitchell so far, from 1 series.
Tagged on most of their books: Historical, British, 1930s and Village.
Latest addition to our list: Come Away, Death (added July 2026).
If you like Gladys Mitchell, try Patricia Wentworth, Agatha Christie and Ashley Weaver.
What readers say
Gladys Mitchell is best known for her long-running Mrs. Bradley mysteries, starring an eccentric, sharp-witted psychoanalyst detective, and is often ranked alongside the leading women of Golden Age crime. Readers praise her originality, dark humor, playful twists on genre rules and atmospheric, sometimes supernatural touches. Common criticisms are muddled or implausible plots, dense and wordy prose, unlikable characters and dated views, and she is widely seen as an author who divides mystery fans.
Best for: Readers who enjoy eccentric Golden Age crime with a sly sense of humor.
Summary of public reader reviews, updated November 2026.
