Homegrown Horror: Review of The Shadows by Alex North
Murder, secrets, and a decades-old mystery are at the heart of Alex North’s latest release, The Shadows. When Paul Adams was 15, his life changed forever. As the story always seems to go, Paul fell in with a less than savory group of friends, with…
Teen Sleuths: 5 Young Adult Mystery Books to Investigate
Teens are so good at stumbling onto a mystery. Ever since the Hardy Boys discovered their first robbery plot, the public has been clamouring for young adults who solve mysteries. The subject matter may have evolved since then, but the tension and intrigue are still…
Let’s Snuggle & Solve Mysteries: 10 Best Cozy Mystery Books You Can Curl Up With
The month of August can mean a great many things. Vacations are coming to an end, school is starting, and the lazy days of summer are beginning to fade away. Along with getting back into the grind, the days start to get shorter, the evenings…
In the Library with the Revolver: The Enduring Popularity of Clue Board Game
Who Killed Mr. Boddy? The final solution to one of the most popular board games ever created. Cluedo – or Clue as it’s known in North America – adds to that, also searching for the where and what. Everyone loves a good mystery, and this…
Plot Twist: Mystery Books That Take a Surprising Turn
What makes a good mystery book plot twist? Plot Twists. Some are formulaic, expected, and easily spotted from a mile away. But when a novel features a surprise twist that the reader doesn’t expect, it sticks in their minds. That feeling of utter shock, re-reading…
A Brief History of Mystery Books and the Whodunit
Who did it? One of the most popular questions posed in literary fiction. What is it about a good mystery that keeps us coming back for more? For me, mysteries have always been the ultimate form of escapism, and apparently I’m not alone. In fact,…