Brook and Sarah discuss mysteries where the reader plays the role of sleuth and why these books seem to be enjoying a moment of popularity. Discussed and mentioned Cain’s Jawbone (1934) Edward Powys Mathers Solve Your Own Mystery: The Time Thief (2026) Gareth P. Jones Sherlock Escape Book Series (2021-2027) […]
Monthly Archives: September 2026
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In today’s episode, Brook and Sarah are joined by Jessica Brody to discuss her new fiction release How to Write a Murder and how she drew on her successful non-fiction books about writing to pen this novel. Discussed and mentioned How to Write a Murder (2026) Jessica Brody The Guest […]
Mystery fans are familiar with quirky, unusual characters. They are often what makes a mystery or series memorable. In today’s episode, Brook and Sarah discuss the appeal of these characters. Discussed and mentioned Flavia de Luce series by Alan Bradley Murder at Gulls Nest (2025) Jess Kidd Department Q (2025) […]
What happens when you take a write known for another genre and add mystery? Brook and Sarah discuss authors who have successfully crossed genres into mystery. Discussed and mentioned The Red House Mystery (1922) A.A. Milne The Lost World (1912) Arthur Conan Doyle Blood on the Dining Room Floor: A […]
To kick off the next season of episodes, Brook and Sarah discuss what they enjoyed reading and watching over the summer break. Discussed and mentioned Brook’s List Marlow Murder Club (2021) Robert Thorogood The 12:30 From Croydon (1934) Freeman Wills Crofts The Hallmarked Man (2025) Robert Galbraith Disclaimer (2015) Renée […]