For me, these 10 crime novels were the pinnacle of pleasure reading this year. Let’s start with the series sleuths. It’s always a treat to revisit the 1940s-era exploits of Lillian Pentecost, ...

Though the books on this year’s list are a varied group, with wildly different approaches to plot, tone and style, they’re ...

It was a standout year for the mystery and thriller genre. From returning bestselling authors to well-reviewed debut writers, ...

Explore the mysteries of fictional and real worlds with four Los Angeles writers who pay homage to giants of the genre while creating stories that are irresistible in their own right. “The Murder of ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." The books on this list vary their drops: Some are skydives, others gentle bumps. But all offer a story ...

2024 wraps up another stellar year for crime fiction. Rich plots, diverse and fully realized characters, and vivid settings punctuated these stories. The landscapes ranged from metropolitan cities to ...

My ever-growing tower of crime novels is proof of the reader’s lament: “So many books, so little time.” This spring’s TBR list includes headline grabbers like former FBI Director James Comey’s “FDR ...

Looking for a holiday mystery book to tuck into your stocking this year? From Ally Carter's 'The Most Wonderful Crime of the Year' to 'The Winter Visitor' by B.P. Walter, these 11 festive mysteries ...