Discussed and mentioned Ellie Alexander’s Bake Shop Mysteries Catering to Nobody (1990) Diane Mott Davidson Robert B. Parker’s Spenser series Katherine Hall Page’s Faith Fairchild series “The Adventure of the Christmas Pudding” (1960) Agatha Christie Joanne Fluke’s Hannah Swenson series Diane Mott Davidson’s Goldy Schulz Books Strong Poison (1930) Dorothy L. […]
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Do you have a list of mysteries that you would read or watch again if you could relive the experience of solving the crime or the big reveal? In today’s episode, Brook and Sarah discuss a few of their favorites. Discussed Vertigo (1958) Alfred Hitchcock, Paramount Rear Window (1954) Alfred Hitchcock, Paramount […]
Ruth Rendell’s police procedurals and psychological thrillers captured readers. Brook and Sarah discuss this award winning author’s life and works. Discussed/References Death Notes (US) / Put on by Cunning (UK) (1981) Ruth Rendell A Dark Adapted Eye (1986) Barbara Vine Master of the Moor (1982) Ruth Rendell Ruth Rendell Mysteries […]
Forty years ago Jessica Fletcher entered homes to solve mysteries in Cabot Cove. This week, Brook and Sarah discuss the lasting influence Murder, She Wrote has on the mystery genre. Discussed Murder, She Wrote (1984-1996) CBS Thursday Murder Club (2020) Richard Osman Only Murders in the Building (2021-2024) Disney+/Hulu The […]
This week, Brook and Sarah are joined by husband and wife co-authors Midge Raymond and John Yunker to discuss their experience as co-authors and mystery fans. Discussed Devil’s Island (2024) Midge Raymond and John Yunker The Rosie Project (2013) Graeme Simsion Two Steps Forward (2017) Anne Buist and Graeme Simsion […]
While not a sub-genre, mysteries that are written by multiple authors deserve special mention. In today’s episode, Brook and Sarah discuss examples of different co-authored mysteries and provide an update on their own. Discussed and Mentioned The Fate of Fenella: by Twenty-four Authors (1892) The Floating Admiral (1931) Members of […]
Priest. Author. Creator of mystery’s “ten commandments”. Original member of the Detection Club. Ronald Knox was an early influence on the mystery genre, yet his writing is not widely known. In today’s episode, Brook and Sarah discuss their theories on why as they explore the life and work of this […]
While we’re told not to judge a book by its cover, sometimes we can’t help it. In today’s episode, we discuss how a book’s cover signals what we should expect between the pages. Discussed Sue Minix Lynn Cahoon Leanne Dobbs Thursday Murder Club (2020) Richard Osman Agatha Christie For more […]
If you’re new to mystery generally, or perhaps you’re looking to explore a different sub-genre, this episode is for you. Brook and Sarah discuss where they recommend someone start exploring. Discussed The Red House Mystery (1922) A.A. Milne The Sweetness at the Bottom of the Pie (2009) Alan Bradley Jack […]
To open our next season, we discuss what we read over the summer, including what we loved and what we recommend. Note, Brook refers to T.L. Brown’s series as “Through the Door” but it is “Door to Door Paranormal Mysteries”. Discussed Brook’s list Before the Fact (1932) Francis Iles (Anthony […]
We are sharing our discussion about the first episode of the Netflix adaptation of A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder. If you like what you hear, consider joining the Clued in Cartel for a year for as little as $12. You’ll get early other bonus episodes, new releases from Sarah […]
This is a re-release of an episode that originally aired on October 31, 2023. Agatha Christie’s work has long been a source of screen adaptations. In this week’s episode, Brook and Sarah discuss some recent adaptations, and some they should check out with guest Teresa Peschel from Peschel Press. Teresa, […]
This is a bonus episode and a preview to the watch along for the new Netflix series A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder (2024). Cartel members will receive new episodes as Brook and Sarah work through the series. Discussed A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder (2019) Holly Jackson A Good […]
This episode was originally released on September 5, 2023. Have you ever not finished reading a mystery? Brook and Sarah discuss the reasons why they have put a book down before finishing it and share ideas on what to do when a book just isn’t right for you (right now). […]
This is a re-release of an episode that originally aired on September 26, 2023. Clued in Mystery will be back with new episodes soon! We love reading about ordinary people who solve fictional mysteries. What about ordinary people who solve real mysteries? In today’s episode, Brook and Sarah discuss real […]