Reading: Crime Drama, Humorous Mystery, Espionage & Spy

In another year packed with top quality espionage fiction, readers will find a special fascination with Oxford, great literature, and life in exile. Here are our choices for the year’s best spy novels.

Explore the exciting new crime novels, mysteries, and thrillers set to release in 2026. This page offers a curated list of must-read books for fans of the genre, ensuring you stay updated on the latest literary offerings.

From page-turning thrillers to tales of espionage, find your perfect crime in these mystery novels that will hit shelves soon!

The best spy thrillers for 2026 feature a mix of classic espionage tropes and contemporary geopolitical tension. This list highlights must-read novels that capture the intrigue and excitement of the spy genre.

What are the best spy books of 2025 so far? Spybrary's Tim Shipman gives you the lowdown on his best spy fiction books of the year.