Brook and Sarah start a new series exploring the life and writing of modern masters of the mystery genre. This week, they discuss Sue Grafton, author of 25 novels in the Alphabet series featuring PI Kinsey Milhone. Titles mentioned Keziah Dane (1967) Sue Grafton The Lolly-Madonna War (1973) Sue Grafton […]
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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 Gilded Newport Mysteries: Murder at the Breakers (2024) Hallmark Murder at the Breakers (2014) Alyssa Maxwell Mystery 101 (2019-2021) Hallmark The Gourmet […]
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 Mysteries (2016) Hallmark Darrow and […]
In this week’s episode, Brook and Sarah are joined by middle-grade author Lori Briley Fairchild to speak about what goes into a mystery for young sleuths. Discussed Encyclopedia Brown: Boy Detective (1963) Donald J. Sobol Nancy Drew Mystery Stories (1930-2003) Carolyn Keene Hardy Boys Mystery Stories (1927-2005) Franklin W. Dixon […]
Brook and Sarah discuss the 2023 release The Drowning Woman by Robyn Harding and what they would do in the main character’s situation. Discussed The Drowning Woman (2023) Robyn Harding 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/Join […]
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 The Watcher (2022 series) Netflix […]
Avid mystery fans are familiar with the expectations of the genre. Occasionally, an author will try something new and delight fans in the process. In this episode, Brook and Sarah discuss mysteries that bend genre conventions. Discussed Wrong Place Wrong Time (2023) Gillian McAllister Love Letters Between a Nobleman and […]
Brook and Sarah continue their exploration of Agatha Christie’s sleuths. In this episode, they discuss Superintendent Battle, who appeared in five novels between 1925 and 1944. Discussed The Secret of Chimneys (1925) Agatha Christie The Seven Dials Mystery (1929) Agatha Christie Cards on the Table (1936) Agatha Christie Murder is […]
Snow and darkness are the hallmarks of winter (at least in the Northern Hemisphere). They are also perfect for setting up an intriguing mystery. In this episode, Brook and Sarah discuss what makes a great winter mystery and a few of their favourites. Discussed And Then There Were None (1939) […]
After a short break, Brook and Sarah return with the first episode of Season 6: a recap of their reading over the winter 2023 break. Discussed In Cold Blood (1966) Truman Capote To Kill a Mockingbird (1960) Harper Lee The Twyford Code (2022) Janice Hallett The Appeal (2021) Janice Hallett […]
This is a re-release of an episode originally published on March 28, 2023. 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 A Fang to Remember (2002) Elle Wren Burke Bones (2005-2017) Sherlock […]
This is a re-release of an episode published on January 17, 2023. Discussed As with books, mystery is one of the most popular television genres. In today’s episode, Brook and Sarah discuss some of their favorite TV shows. Shows mentioned in this episode:Agatha Christie’s Poirot (1989-2013) BBCColumbo (1968-1978; 1989-2003) NBC […]
This is a re-release of an episode originally published on February 28, 2023. 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) […]
It’s the final new episode of 2023 and Brook and Sarah cap off a great year with what they’re planning to read over the winter break, which we will re-cap in early January. Until then, Clued in Mystery will re-release favorite episodes for listeners to catch up on. Discussed 4:50 […]
Many episodes ago, Brook and Sarah discussed cozy mysteries with Melissa Bourbon. Catch up on that conversation here. But, there was no deep dive into the sub-genre. In today’s episode, the oversight is corrected with a look at the popular category. Discussed The Cat Who Could Read Backwards (1966) Lilian […]