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We Solve Murders by Richard Osman

Dive into the latest mystery by Richard Osman, "We Solve Murders," where humor, heart, and global intrigue collide. Join the unlikely detective duo, Steve and Amy Wheeler…

28 Aug 2024
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The Murder of Roger Ackroyd by Agatha Christie

"The Murder of Roger Ackroyd" stands as one of the most significant and cunningly devious mystery novels ever published. Not so much a straightforward whodunit as a sly m…

19 Jun 2024
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And Then There Were None by Agatha Christie

The chilling brilliance of Agatha Christie's "And Then There Were None" explores the masterful suspense, intricate plotting, and unforgettable characters that make this n…

16 Jun 2024
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Murder at the Vicarage by Agatha Christie

If you’re in the mood for a mystery that will have you scratching your head from start to finish, but leaving you grinning with satisfaction, look no further than Agatha …

11 Jun 2024
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The Man Who Died Twice by Richard Osman

With "The Man Who Died Twice," Richard Osman proves his initial runaway success introducing the world to literature's most irrepressible gang of crime-stopping septuagena…

1 Jun 2024
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The Cormoran Strike Series by Robert Galbraith

The Cormoran Strike novels follow war veteran turned private detective Cormoran Strike as he solves sinister murders that have left the authorities stumped. Rowling bring…

4 Sep 2023
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Zack Ace and the Suicidal Tyrant by Arley Penn

"Zack Ace and the Suicidal Tyrant" is an enthralling mystery thriller that delves into the human psyche, leaving readers questioning the very fabric of their own convicti…

24 Jul 2023
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Casino Royale by Ian Fleming

Casino Royale stands on its own as a great book in its own right, packed with suspense, excitement, brilliance, and unexpected turns despite its short length.

26 Nov 2022
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Juiced: A Whidbey Adventure by Ted Mulcahey

Juiced by Ted Mulcahey was a compelling, charming, fun, cozy read and a perfect escape. Excellent characters, a captivating mystery, and humour liberally placed throughou…

13 Sep 2022
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The Casebook of Qing and Xmucane by B E L Coulson

The Casebook of Qing and Xmucane is an outstanding example of the classic whodunit genre; it is very well written and has an original setting, in addition to a cast of me…

18 Aug 2022
Interview

Balakrishna Kamath

Balakrishna Kamath is a retired Intelligence officer of a premier Intelligence agency of India. He is a recipient of the coveted national-level honours such as the Indian…

7 Apr 2022
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The Lost Woman of Santacruz by Vijay Medtia

Book Summary: The Lost Woman of Santacruz by Vijay Medtia Mid-July, Inspector Ajay Shaktawat is called to a house. A retired Deputy Commissioner of Police has been beaten…

23 Jul 2021
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The Silkworm by Robert Galbraith (Cormoran Strike #2)

In Silkworm, Robert Galbraith, I meant J K Rowling, has nailed the magic formula of a good detective story once again. Here there are a host of suspects, all of whom have…

15 Dec 2020
Review

Murder Milestone: An Inspector Saralkar Mystery by Salil Desai

The fourth outing in the Inspector Saralkar Mystery Series, Murder Milestone is Salil Desai's most ambitious novel to date.

2 Dec 2020
Article

Most Famous Fictional Detectives from Literature

There have been many famous fictional detectives in literature over many years. So many that a select few of them have reached a legendary status wherein they are known f…

21 May 2020
Review

Book Review: The Sign of the Four by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle

The plot of The Sign of the Four is complex, Mary Morstan has been receiving large pearls in the mail from an unknown source since her father's death.

10 Apr 2020
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The Cuckoo’s Calling by Robert Galbraith

The Cuckoo's Calling by Robert Galbraith is an introduction to the new detective Cormoran Strike. It is really a good mystery where the murder actually gets investigated …

24 Jan 2020