Monthly Archives: February 2025

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Golden Age: John Dickson Carr

Carter Dickson, Carr Dickson, Roger Fairbairn. These are pen names of prolific Golden Age author John Dickson Carr, who earned his fame for writing puzzle mysteries. In today’s episode, Brook and Sarah discuss this author who is often considered to be the best in locked room mysteries. Discussed and mentioned […]

Mysteries and Romance

For some mystery fans, there is no place for romance, and for others they can’t get enough of it. Brook and Sarah discuss when (and if) romance and mystery should mix. Discussed and mentioned Truly Devious series, starting with Truly Devious (2018) Maureen Johnson The Inheritance Games series, starting with […]

9-5 Mysterious Buildings

An isolated cabin, and old manor house, a creepy apartment building. These make for great settings for mysteries and in this episode, Brook and Sarah discuss some of the most mysterious buildings. Discussed and mentioned “The Fall of the House of Usher” (1839) Edgar Allan Poe The Paris Apartment (2022) […]