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, ...

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

If you're looking for a book packed with lighthearted suspense, a compelling trail of clues, quaint settings and relatable characters, you'll find all that and more in one particular literary genre: ...

This summer’s crop of mysteries is bountiful and varied. From the 18th and final book in a beloved series to a story of marginalized people to a new take on the serial killer trope, here’s a small ...

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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 ...

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This was a great year for fans of mystery novels. Not only were there new books in popular series by Donna Leon and Louise Penny, veteran Marcia Muller made a welcome return in 2024. And let’s not ...

Lighthearted in tone, and free of violence and gore, these gentle, witty books are the perfect antidote for tough times. If you’ve never read any, here’s where to start. By Sarah Weinman First, a ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I'm a researcher focusing on how the media we consume shapes us. People have been captivated by mystery novels for almost two ...

The past decade has dove headfirst into the murder mystery genre and delivered some unforgettable miniseries fans must watch.

For as long as there have been YA novels, there have been YA mysteries. With themes of intrigue, labyrinthine crimes, revenge, and bloody redemption, the array of young adult mystery books out there ...