The latest from John Banville boasts of some of the finest prose in the mystery genre and villains worthy of Agatha Christie’s poisoned pen.
Robert Bathurst’s narration is calm yet earnest, reflecting the blend of emotion and professionalism that Armand Gamache embodies as an investigator.
Bloodless is rife with tantalizingly spooky mysteries, topped off with a gloriously wild finale.
Krueger expertly blends his trademark detective skills with a coming-of-age story that examines family, place and race.
Medieval sleuth Oswald de Lacy’s first case is haunting and moving in equal measure in the hands thanks to author S.D. Sykes.
This methodical police procedural is engrossing thanks to consummate storyteller Arnaldur Indridason.
Louise Penny’s latest Inspector Gamache mystery is easily one of the best mystery novels (or novels of any genre) in recent memory.
James R. Benn’s taut narrative, relatable characters and crisp dialogue help this World War II-set mystery stand out from the pack.
Phryne Fisher fans will fall in love with the glamorous, charismatic Kiki Button, a gossip columnist and sleuth in 1920s Paris.
Joanna Schaffhausen brilliantly dives into the minds of her characters in this action-packed serial killer mystery.
Readers who like their murder mysteries on the zanier side (and topped off with a healthy dose of horniness) will be delighted by A Good Day for Chardonnay.
This start to a new cozy mystery series has the perfect setting: a tropical resort with an outrageously entertaining cast of colorful characters.
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