Episodes

This week, USA Today best selling author Sara Rosett joins Brook and Sarah to discuss historical mystery. This is a re-release of an episode originally released September 20, 2022. About Sara Sara Rosett is the USA Today bestselling author of over 30 cozy and historical mysteries as well as books […]

Whether set in ancient Egypt or the 1920s, readers are sure to find a historical mystery set in a period they love. In this episode, Brook and Sarah discuss the origins of historical mysteries and share some of their favourites. This is a re-release of an episode originally released September […]

Brook and Sarah celebrate their 50th recorded episode by reflecting on what they’ve learned, their favourite episodes so far, and a few future episode ideas. Discussed in order Agatha Christie (February 22, 2022) Arthur Conan Doyle (March 22, 2022) Dorothy L. Sayers (April 12, 2022) Anna Katharine Green (May 3, […]

Brook and Sarah speak with author Elle Wren Burke to discuss representation in mysteries and sleuths with disabilities (and why we need more of them!). Discussed in order A Fang to Remember (2002) Elle Wren Burke Bones (2005-2017) Sherlock Holmes Jeffrey Deaver Truly Devious series (2018) Maureen Johnson Get a […]

For many mystery fans, Nancy Drew and the Hardy Boys are their first introduction to the genre. In this week’s episode, Sarah and Brook discuss the enduring appeal of these young sleuths and the legacy they leave. Discussed in order The Agathas (2022) Liz Lawson and Kathleen GlasgowTruly Devious (2018) […]

This week, Brook and Sarah are joined by film and television producer, author, and entrepreneur Mark Grenside to discuss some of the decisions that go into adapting a book. They discuss how music videos and streaming have impacted adaptations. Discussed in order Fall Out (2020) M.N. Grenside The Detective (2005) […]

Mystery is one of the most popular genres of screen adaptations, with Agatha Christie and Arthur Conan Doyle providing the source material for many of them. However, there are many other adaptations to enjoy, and in this episode, Brook and Sarah discuss the different formats that mystery adaptations can take. […]

Bad guys or misunderstood? In this week’s episode, Brook and Sarah discuss all things villainous, including anti-heroes and what makes a good villain. Discussed in order “The Final Problem” (1893) Arthur Conan DoyleThe Valley of Fear (1914) Arthur Conan DoyleMoriarity (2014) Anthony Horowitz“The Ides of March (1898) E.W. Hornung“The Arrest […]

Can’t get enough spy fiction? This week, Brook and Sarah revisit the sub genre and discuss characters other than those created by Ian Flemming and John le Carré. Discussed in order Ian FlemmingJohn le CarréChristopher MarloweKit Marlowe Series (2011-2020) MJ TrowThe Rose Code (2021) Kate QuinnThe Alice Network (2017) Kate […]

This week is another What Would You Do episode. This time, Brook and Sarah discuss Luckiest Girl Alive by Jessica Knoll. It’s crime fiction, but is it a mystery? Discussed in order Luckiest Girl Alive (2015) Jessica Knoll Luckiest Girl Alive (2022) Netflix For more information Instagram: @cluedinmysteryContact us: hello@cluedinmystery.comMusic: […]

In this week’s episode, Brook and Sarah are joined by Eve Lazarus to share her experiences writing about true crime in Vancouver and British Columbia. Discussed in order Cold Case Vancouver (2015) Eve Lazarus Murder by Milkshake (2018) Eve Lazarus In Cold Blood (1965) Truman Capote The Blooding (1989) Joseph […]

If you can’t get read, watch, or listen to enough true crime, this episode is for you. This week, Brook and Sarah discuss what makes true crime such a popular part of the mystery genre. Discussed in order In Cold Blood (1966) Truman Capote “Murder, Considered as One of the […]

What happens when someone famous for something else writes a mystery? In this week’s episode, Brook and Sarah discuss mysteries written by authors famous for other achievements. Discussed David WalliamsState of Terror (2021) Hillary Rodham Clinton and Louise PennyMycroft Holmes (2015) Kareem Abdul Jabbar and Anna WaterhouseMycroft and Sherlock (2018) […]

After a short hiatus, Brook and Sarah are back for Season 3, starting with a recap of what they watched and read over the holiday break. TW: Reference to mass shooting at 23.5 minutes. Discussed in order The Wintringham Mystery (1926) Anthony Berkeley Monster She Wrote: The women who pioneered […]