Technology can be thrilling element in contemporary mysteries. In today’s episode, Brook and Sarah discuss what makes a Techno Thriller and how technology can drive a story. Discussed and mentioned The Lost World (1912) Arthur Conan Doyle Jurassic Park (1990) Michael Crichton The Lost World (1995) Michael Crichton Prey (2002) […]
Monthly Archives: September 2025
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Father-daughter writing team Anna Elliott and Charles Veley join Brook and Sarah to discuss writing within the world created by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. Discussed and mentioned Remember, Remember (2017) Anna Elliott and Charles Veley The Sign of Four (1890) Arthur Conan Doyle A Study in Scarlet (1887) Arthur Conan […]
Since A Study in Scarlet was published in 1887, fans have been writing new mysteries featuring Sherlock Holmes. In today’s episode, Brook and Sarah discuss the different ways that authors have paid homage to this sleuth. Production note: We ran into technology issues and Brook’s sound isn’t as crisp as […]
Mysteries about books are a mystery fan and book lover’s dream. In today’s episode, Brook and Sarah discuss examples of this popular sub-genre. Production note: We ran into technology issues and Brook’s sound isn’t as crisp as usual. Discussed and mentioned Magpie Murders (2016) Anthony Horowitz The Plot (2021) Jean […]
In today’s episode, Brook and Sarah discuss mysteries involving art theft and forgeries and learn about MacGuffins. Discussed and mentioned Iain Pears – Jonathan Argyll series Arsène Lupin (created by Maurice Leblanc) and A.J. Raffles (created by E. W. Hornung) – gentlemen thieves Daniel Silva – Gabriel Allon series The […]