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Mystery/Crime Fiction Feature Writer: Bonnye Good

Mystery novels and crime fiction are as old as Sherlock Holmes and as current as James Patterson.

There are the cozy novels-friendly, non-violent murder mysteries with easy-to-like protagonists; the classic detective stories in the spirit of A. Conan Doyle, Agatha Christie, Dash Hammett and Ellery Queen; modern mysteries by authors like Janet Evanovich and Patricia Cornwell, and true crime such as those by John Stark Bellamy.

Join us for a romp through all of these genres; we'll review books, discuss writers, and revive a forgotten author or two. We may even start a reading club.

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Latest articles in Mystery/Crime Fiction

Love Bites Sets Vampires in Delicious Hollywood Murder Mystery
Real-life actress Adrienne Barbeau provides tension, humor, and supernatural fun in this world of adult vampire attraction and murderous impulses.
Anna Winthrop Returns in City in Shadow by Evan Marshall
Heiress and Sanitation Supervisor Anna Winthrop cleans up New York City with an amateur investigation of a lurid crime hidden in high rises.
The Case of the Detective Fiction: The Question of Influence
E.T.A. Hoffmann's influence on Edgar Allan Poe is a matter of scholarly controversy. This brief article takes a look at their detective fiction.
Review of Tess Gerritsen's The Sinner
Tess Gerritsen's The Sinner is the third novel in her series featuring Detective Jane Rizzoli and Medical Examiner Maura Isles.
The Forgotten Garden by Kate Morton
A book for book lovers. Kate Morton's novel weaves a compelling tale of secrets, mystery and romance.
Charles Todd Releases Powerful New Bess Crawford Mystery
An Impartial Witness serves as stellar new World War I mystery featuring a nurse with a singular network and great courage.
HeartSick - A Female Serial Killer Thriller by Chelsea Cain
Explore the disturbing relationship between uber creepy serial killer, Gretchen Lowell, and police detective Archie Sheridan, who is both hunter and prey.
Jeffrey Archer's A Prisoner of Birth, a Book Review
Archer's murder mystery isn't who did the crime, but who will do the time, the murderer or Danny Cartwright, an innocent East Ender without connections.
Attorney Stone Barrington Returns in Hard Boiled Lucid Intervals
Stuart Woods' suave attorney with classic style serves the British government on a top secret case while trying to avoid a troublesome new client.
The Templar Throne by Paul Christopher – a Book Review
Known Templar facts are a scarce speculative goldmine for fiction thrillers. Don't confuse the fiction for fact in Christopher's 3rd Doc Holliday adventure
The Woodcutter by Reginald Hill
Reginald Hill has delivered yet another piece of classic crime fiction with this dark, brooding tale of betrayal and revenge. A unique and brilliant novel.
Terror on Tuesday by Ann Purser, a Murder Mystery Book
Underage drinking, clubbing, illegal drugs & sex are terrifying realities parents face. Lois Meade is trying to find the connections & protect her family.
Crime Thriller Book Review: Stop Me by Richard Jay Parker
A gripping debut novel, filled with suspense and anticipation, with many twists and turns. A compelling and exciting read. This thriller must not be missed!
Michael Connelly Offers Legal and PI Drama in The Reversal
Connelly's latest thriller featuring Harry Bosch and Mickey Haller features plenty of suspense in a decades-old murder case and a creepy freed convict.
Intrepid Inspector Singh Returns in Bali Adventure by Flint
Shamini Flint's wise detective shares his gumshoe skills and his love of native cuisine while investigating modern terrorism in beautiful Bali.
Murder on a Kibbutz: A Communal Case by Batya Gur – Book Review
Murder on a Kibbutz is an engaging book that tells the story of a murder within the insular, proud society of a kibbutz.
Modern Sikh Detective's Malaysian Case Perfect for the Beach
Singapore's Inspector Singh may work in exotic locales, but this Asian Poirot solves his cases using old-fashioned detective work and clean white shoes.
Five Minute Mysteries Book Review and A Mystery Game Idea
The author Ken Weber in his two "Five Minute Mysteries" has, not only created a fast paced reads, but they can be the basis for a fun game.
Vanishing Act by Liz Johnson
Nora James had tried hard to disappear after her father's murder. She thinks she has succeeded, but then odd things begin to happen.
"The Constant Gardner" by John le Carre
An unimportant British diplomat is transformed by the murder of his wife into a seeker of justice against much heavier odds.
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