In “What Would You Do?” episodes, Brook and Sarah break down how they would react to different situations faced by the main character of a domestic thriller. This time, they take on Lo Blacklock in Ruth Ware’s 2025 release The Woman in Suite 11. Discussed and mentioned The Woman in […]
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Over three episodes, Brook and Sarah break down Josephine Tey’s classic novel The Daughter of Time (1951). The first episode looks at chapters 1 through 5. The remaining episodes are available subscribers of the free Clued in Chronicle. (Sign up here: https://cluedinmystery.com/clued-in-chronicle/) Discussed and mentioned The Daughter of Time (1951) […]
The screen adaptation of Ruth Ware’s mystery thriller The Woman in Cabin 10 is finally here. In today’s episode, Brook and Sarah share their thoughts. Discussed and mentioned The Woman in Cabin 10 (2016) Ruth Ware The Woman in Cabin 10 (2025 film) Netflix The Woman in Suite 11 (2025) […]
Brook and Sarah are joined by three fantastic mystery authors: Sara Rosett, Trixie Silvertale, and Tom Mead to play some mystery fun and games. Based on Author, Author, a mystery game show created by Ellery Queen in 1939, our guests come up with solutions to a mystery scene… a Clued […]
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) […]
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 […]
The wait is over, mystery fans! It’s time for a new season of Clued in Mystery. After a quick preview of the upcoming season, Brook and Sarah kick things off by discussing what they read during the summer break. Discussed and mentioned The Antique Hunter’s Guide to Murder (2024) C.L. Miller […]
The film adaptation of Thursday Murder Club is hitting Netflix in a few days. In today’s bonus episode, Brook and Sarah share their thoughts based on the trailer. Subscribe to the Clued in Chronicle (bi-weekly newsletter) to listen to our post-watch recap in September, or join the Clued in Cartel […]
This episode was originally released on March 5, 2024. Eric Rutin from Hallmark Mysteries and More joins Brook and Sarah to share his expertise on favorite Hallmark mysteries adapted from books. Second of a two-part conversation. Discussed and mentioned Gilded Newport Mysteries: Murder at the Breakers (2024) Hallmark Murder at the Breakers (2014) Alyssa […]
This episode was originally released on November 14, 2023. In today’s episode, Brook and Sarah discuss Ngaio Marsh, one of four Golden Age Queens of Crime, playwright, and artist. Discussed Laura Lippman Tess Monaghan series (1997-2015)Force of Nature (2018) Jane HarperA Man Lay Dead (1934) Ngaio MarshNgaio Marsh: Her Life in Crime (2008) […]
Award winning author Megan Abbott joins Brook and Sarah to discuss noir and hard-boiled mystery fiction, sibling relationships, and why mystery is important, as well as her recent release El Dorado Drive. Audio note: Megan lives in an urban neighborhood and listeners will hear the occasional train rumbling by. Discussed […]
This episode was originally released February 27, 2024. Eric Rutin from Hallmark Mysteries and More joins Brook and Sarah to share his expertise on favorite Hallmark mysteries adapted from books. First of a two-part conversation. Discussed The Gourmet Detective (1994) Peter King The Gourmet Detective (2015) Hallmark Mystery 101 (2019-2021) Hallmark Flower Shop […]