If you like murder mysteries that are well-plotted, revealed by degrees and involve eccentric and lively characters, Nero Wolfe is for you!
Category Archives: Detective fiction
The Villa of Mysteries by David Hewson
Police thriller set in Rome with engaging characters, sharp dialogue and lots of action-a modern thriller but filled with echoes of the past
A Fatal Gilded High Note by Cecelia Tichi
Another enjoyable murder mystery from the Gilded Age with Val and Roddy DeVere who investigate a suspicious death in a box at the opera
The Self-Working Trick and Other Stories by John Gaspard
Follow Eli Marks – magician, problem solver and amateur detective – in this lively book of well plotted and written short murder stories
Career of Evil by Robert Galbraith
A great thriller full of human darkness, lightened by chemistry between Robin and Cormoran
Deadly Intents by Laraine Stephens
Early twentieth century Melbourne is a city of dark corners but Reggie da Costa is there to shine an investigative light in this lively book
Suspicion by A.D. Hay
An easy read of a murder mystery featuring a French journalist and an ancient artefact
Murder, Murder, Murder in Gilded Central Park by Cecelia Tichi
An enjoyable historical murder mystery with likeable characters and a steady plot, set in the Gilded Age in New York
Ridley’s War by Jim Napier
Jim Napier has created a competent detective in Colin McDermott and this latest story is a solid, entertaining read – nothing taxing and easy to digest. A good read.
The Dead of False Creek by Sarah M. Stephen
The Dead of False Creek by Sarah M. Stephen – Late twentieth century detective meets the present day in this quirky and enjoyable murder mystery
Scuffed Granny 