We have a special treat for listeners, as we interview Peter James, the internationally bestselling author and creator of Detective Superintendent Roy Grace. Discussed and mentioned Brighton Rock (1938) Graeme Greene Hotel (1965) Arthur Hailey Grace (series, 2021- ) Dead in Three Two One (2026) Peter James Dead Simple (2005) […]
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In today’s episode, Brook and Sarah discuss Diamond Dagger winner Peter James, OBE and his contributions to the mystery genre. Discussed and mentioned The Hawk is Dead (2025) Peter James For more information Instagram: @cluedinmysteryContact us: hello@cluedinmystery.comMusic: Signs To Nowhere by Shane Ivers – www.silvermansound.comSign up for our newsletter: https://cluedinmystery.com/clued-in-chronicle/Order […]
Brook and Sarah are joined by mystery expert Frances to discuss other rules of mystery fiction. Discussed and mentioned Dashiell Hammett’s Suggestions for Crime Writers: “Suggestions to Detective Story Writers” (New York Evening Post, June 7 & July 5, 1930) (Raymond) Chandler’s Law: First appeared in a letter to The […]
In today’s episode, Brook and Sarah discuss the rules of mystery from the Golden Age, including from the Detection Club, S.S. van Dyne, and Raymond Chandler. Discussed and mentioned The Notebooks of Raymond Chandler (1991) Raymond Chandler “12 Notes on the Mystery Story” (1948) Raymond Chandler “Twenty Rules for Detective […]
In today’s episode, Brook and Sarah discuss the role that manor houses had in shaping mysteries and a few of their favorite books featuring them. Discussed and mentioned And Then There Were None (1939) Agatha Christie Rebecca (1938) Daphne du Maurier “Fall of the House of Usher” (1839) Edgar Allan […]
Brook and Sarah are joined by Jessica from the Cluedunnit Podcast to discuss Young Sherlock and Enola Holmes, and how those productions explore Sherlock’s extended family. Discussed and mentioned Young Sherlock (2026) series Enola Holmes (2020, 2022, 2026) films Endeavor (2012-2023) series Inspector Morse (1987-2000) series Related episodes Bonus: Young […]
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) […]
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 […]
This episode was originally released May 7, 2024. Games have long been a way for armchair sleuths to prove their deductive skills. In today’s episode, Brook and Sarah discuss the origins of mystery games, the different types of games mystery fans play, and their enduring popularity. Discussed Clue Boardgame (1949) Hasbro […]
This episode was originally released February 6, 2024 In this week’s episode, Brook and Sarah explore mysteries with bad neighbors who turn your home–the place you should feel safest–into a dangerous place. Discussed Rear Window (1954 film) Alfred Hitchock The House Across the Lake (2022) Riley Sager The Manor House (2023) Gilly Macmillan […]
Beau L’Amour joins Brook and Sarah to discuss his father’s writing and finishing works he left unfinished when he died. Their latest collaboration is Skyring Water. Discussed Skyring Water (2026) Beau L’Amour and Louis L’Amour No Traveller Returns Yondering (1980) Louis L’Amour About Beau L’Amour skyringwater.com About Louis L’Amour louislamour.com […]
This episode was originally released October 24, 2023. What happens when a day at the office goes wrong? In today’s episode, Brook and Sarah discuss workplace mysteries and thrillers. Mentioned “The System of Doctor Tarr and Professor Feather” (1845) Edgar Allan Poe Murder Must Advertise (1933) Dorothy L. Sayers Murder […]