In today’s episode, Brook and Sarah continue their exploration of early mystery writers and discuss author Freeman Wills Crofts. Discussed and mentioned The Cask (1920) Freeman Wills Crofts Inspector French’s First Case (1924) Freeman Wills Crofts Sudden Death (1932) Freeman Wills Crofts Golden Age of Murder (2015) Martin Edwards The […]
Monthly Archives: June 2026
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Someone is acting out details from a successful mystery author’s plots in real life. Who? Why? Brook and Sarah discuss how they would handle a similar situation to Emilia Ward in Claire Douglas’ 2023 release The Woman Who Lied. Spoiler warning: In this episode, Brook and Sarah discuss the book […]
In today’s episode, Brook and Sarah discuss modern great and award winning author Lynda La Plante. Discussed and mentioned Widows (TV series 1983 and 1985) ITVPrime Suspect (TV series 1991 to 2006) ITVAbove Suspicion (2004) Lynda La PlanteThe Red Dahlia (2006) Lynda La PlanteListening to the Dead (podcast 2020 to 2026)The Circular Staircase (1908) Mary Roberts […]
In today’s episode, Brook and Sarah discuss mysteries that include paranormal elements with author Naomi Kuttner, author of the paranormal mystery series The Retired Assassin’s Guide. Discussed and mentioned Thursday Murder Club (2021) Richard Osman The Retired Assassin’s Guide to Country Gardening (2025) Naomi Kuttner The Retired Assassin’s Guide to […]
In today’s episode, Brook and Sarah discuss mysteries that include paranormal elements: ghosts, spirits, and other unexplainable phenomena. Discussed and mentioned The Last Seance (1926) Agatha Christie Kincaid Strange series by Kristi Charish Mitzi Moon series by Trixie Silvertale Pebble Cove series by Eryn Scott Halloween Party (1969) Agatha Christie […]