Clued in Mystery Podcast

Eric Rutin from the podcast Hallmark Mysteries and More joins Brook and Sarah to share his expertise on favorite Hallmark mysteries adapted from books. First of a two-part conversation. Discussed The Gourmet Detective (1994) Peter King The Gourmet Detective (2015) Hallmark Mystery 101 (2019-2021) Hallmark Flower Shop Mysteries (2016) Hallmark Darrow and Daroow (2017-2019) Hallmark Murder She Baked...

In this week's episode, Brook and Sarah are joined by middle-grade author Lori Briley Fairchild to speak about what goes into a mystery for young sleuths. Discussed Encyclopedia Brown: Boy Detective (1963) Donald J. Sobol Nancy Drew Mystery Stories (1930-2003) Carolyn Keene Hardy Boys Mystery Stories (1927-2005) Franklin W. Dixon Agatha Christie Enid Blyton Trixie Belden Mysteries (1948-1986) Bobb...

Brook and Sarah discuss the 2023 release The Drowning Woman by Robyn Harding and what they would do in the main character's situation. Discussed The Drowning Woman (2023) Robyn Harding For more information Instagram: @cluedinmystery Contact us: hello@cluedinmystery.com Music: Signs To Nowhere by Shane Ivers – www.silvermansound.com Sign up for our newsletter: https://cluedinmystery.com/clued-in-ch...

In this week’s episode, Brook and Sarah explore mysteries with bad neighbors who turn your home–the place you should feel safest–into a dangerous place. Discussed Rear Window (1954 film) Alfred Hitchock The House Across the Lake (2022) Riley Sager The Manor House (2023) Gilly Macmillan The Watcher (2022 series) Netflix Those People Next Door (2023) Kia Abdullah When No One is Watching (2020) Alyss...

Avid mystery fans are familiar with the expectations of the genre. Occasionally, an author will try something new and delight fans in the process. In this episode, Brook and Sarah discuss mysteries that bend genre conventions. Discussed Wrong Place Wrong Time (2023) Gillian McAllister Love Letters Between a Nobleman and his Sister written (1684) Aphra Behn Dracula (1897) Bram Stoker Woman in White...

Brook and Sarah continue their exploration of Agatha Christie's sleuths. In this episode, they discuss Superintendent Battle, who appeared in five novels between 1925 and 1944. Discussed The Secret of Chimneys (1925) Agatha Christie The Seven Dials Mystery (1929) Agatha Christie Cards on the Table (1936) Agatha Christie Murder is Easy (1938) Agatha Christie Towards Zero (1944) Agatha Christie A Ha...

Snow and darkness are the hallmarks of winter (at least in the Northern Hemisphere). They are also perfect for setting up an intriguing mystery. In this episode, Brook and Sarah discuss what makes a great winter mystery and a few of their favourites. Discussed And Then There Were None (1939) Agatha Christie Murder On the Orient Express (1934) Agatha Christie The Sittaford Mystery (1931) Agatha Chr...

After a short break, Brook and Sarah return with the first episode of Season 6: a recap of their reading over the winter 2023 break. Discussed In Cold Blood (1966) Truman Capote To Kill a Mockingbird (1960) Harper Lee The Twyford Code (2022) Janice Hallett The Appeal (2021) Janice Hallett Brook’s list The Last Devil to Die (2023) Richard Osman Murder at the Vicarage (1930) Agatha Christie Furious...

This is a re-release of an episode originally published on March 28, 2023 . Brook and Sarah speak with author Elle Wren Burke to discuss representation in mysteries and sleuths with disabilities (and why we need more of them!). Discussed A Fang to Remember (2002) Elle Wren Burke Bones (2005-2017) Sherlock Holmes Jeffrey Deaver Truly Devious series (2018) Maureen Johnson Get a Life Chloe Brown (201...

This is a re-release of an episode originally published on January 17, 2023. As with books, mystery is one of the most popular television genres. In today’s episode, Brook and Sarah discuss some of their favorite TV shows. Shows mentioned in this episode: Agatha Christie's Poirot (1989-2013) BBC Columbo (1968-1978; 1989-2003) NBC and ABC Murder She Wrote (1984-1996) USA Network Midsomer Murders (1...

This is a re-release of an episode originally published on February 28, 2023.  Bad guys or misunderstood? In this week’s episode, Brook and Sarah discuss all things villainous, including anti-heroes and what makes a good villain. Discussed  “The Final Problem” (1893) Arthur Conan Doyle The Valley of Fear (1914) Arthur Conan Doyle Moriarity (2014) Anthony Horowitz “The Ides of March (1898...

It's the final new episode of 2023 and Brook and Sarah cap off a great year with what they're planning to read over the winter break, which we will re-cap in early January. Until then, Clued in Mystery will re-release favorite episodes for listeners to catch up on. Discussed 4:50 to Paddington (1957) Agatha Christie In Cold Blood (1966) Truman Capote The Appeal The Twyford Code (2022) Janice Halle...

Many episodes ago, Brook and Sarah discussed cozy mysteries with Melissa Bourbon. ( Catch up on that conversation here .) But, there was no deep dive into the sub-genre. In today's episode, the oversight is corrected with a look at the popular category. To view images, visit https://cluedinmystery.com/cozy-mystery-part-2/ Discussed The Cat Who Could Read Backwards (1966) Lilian Jackson Braun Agath...

USA Today best selling author Trixie Silvertale joins Brook and Sarah to discuss what makes a mystery character driven and why mystery fans tend to prefer mysteries that focus on character. The conversation does include spoilers for Glass Onion (2022). Discussed Lillian Jackson Braun Agatha Christie The Glass Onion (2022) Netflix For more information Instagram: @cluedinmystery Contact us: hello@cl...

The Netflix series The Fall of the House of Usher (2023) is based on works by Edgar Allan Poe. Brook and Sarah discuss the show and interpretation of Poe's work. This is another example of what members of the Clued in Cartel can expect as bonus content. To join the waitlist, visit https://cluedinmystery.com/clued-in-cartel/. Mentioned in this episode The Fall of the House of Usher (2023) Netflix T...

In what is becoming an annual tradition, Mystery Manon joins Brook and Sarah to discuss her 2023 gift guide for mystery lovers. If you're a mystery fan, you're sure to find something for your list. About Mystery Manon Website: https://www.manonwogahn.com/ Gift Guides: https://www.manonwogahn.com/gift-guides/ Instagram: @mysterymanon Tiktok: @mysterymanon For more information Instagram: @cluedinmys...

In today's episode, Brook and Sarah discuss Ngaio Marsh, one of four Golden Age Queens of Crime, playwright, and artist. Sources Laura Lippman Tess Monaghan series (1997-2015) Force of Nature (2018) Jane Harper A Man Lay Dead (1934) Ngaio Marsh Ngaio Marsh: Her Life in Crime (2008) Joanne Drayton "The Secret Life of Ngaio Marsh" (April 3, 2019) Shedunnit Podcast "Ngaio Marsh Goes Home" (November 1...

Have you ever wondered what Brook and Sarah say after recording? Usually we have a few thoughts that don't make it into the episode. and we will be sharing some of those thoughts with members of the Clued in Cartel, our paid subscription coming soon. You can register for the waitlist on our website at https://cluedinmystery.com/clued-in-cartel/. This bonus content is a  few extra minutes of c...

Brook and Sarah take a deep dive into Sophie Hannah's Perfect Little Children. What would you do if you saw an old friend after twelve years and her children hadn't aged? Discussed Perfect Little Children (2020) Sophie Hannah For more information Instagram: @cluedinmystery Contact us: hello@cluedinmystery.com Music: Signs To Nowhere by Shane Ivers – www.silvermansound.com Transcript

Agatha Christie's work has long been a source of screen adaptations. In this week's episode, Brook and Sarah discuss some recent adaptations, and some they should check out with guest Teresa Peschel from Peschel Press. Teresa, along with her husband Bill, watched and reviewed 201 Agatha Christie adaptations for Agatha Christie, She Watched: One Woman's Plot to Watch 201 Agatha Christie Movies With...

What happens when a day at the office goes wrong? In today's episode, Brook and Sarah discuss workplace mysteries and thrillers. Mentioned "The System of Doctor Tarr and Professor Feather" (1845) Edgar Allan Poe Murder Must Advertise (1933) Dorothy L. Sayers Murder Must Advertise (1979) BBC Radio Adaptation by Alistair Beaton Cat Among the Pigeons (1959) Agatha Christie The Firm (1991) John Grisha...

Brook and Sarah are joined by Tom Mead to continue their discussion about magic and mysteries. Discussed Death and the Conjuror (2022) Tom Mead The Murder Wheel (2023) Tom Mead The Best Mystery Stories of the Year 20 21 (2021) Lee Child (editor) Knives Out (2019) Netflix Death in Paradise (2011-2023) BBC Jonathan Creek (1997-2016) BBC Gigi Pandian Secret Staircase Mysteries Death from a Top Hat (1...

Mysteries set in magical worlds or with mystical elements are popular and in today's episode, Brook and Sarah discuss why. Discussed The Prestige (1995) Christopher Priest The Rivers of London (2011) Ben Aaronovitch "The Eyes Have It" (1964) Randall Garrett The Life of Crime (2022) Martin Edwards The Magician's Secret (2015) Carolyn Keene Now You See Me (2013) Summit Entertainment/Lionsgate Films...

In a continuation of our occasional series exploring Agatha Christie's sleuths, Brook and Sarah discuss Harley Quin. Discussed Mysterious Mr. Quin (1930) Agatha Christie "The Coming of Mr. Quin" (1923) Agatha Christie The Passing of Mr. Quin (1928) Agatha Christie Three Act Tragedy (1934) Agatha Christie "The Harlequin Tea Set" (1971) Agatha Christie Fight Club (1996) Chuck Palahniuk For more info...

We love reading about ordinary people who solve fictional mysteries. What about ordinary people who solve real mysteries? In today's episode, Brook and Sarah discuss real life sleuths. Discussed Abraham Shakespeare case I’ll Be Gone in the Dark (2018) Michelle McNamara I’ll Be Gone in the Dark (2020) HBO Scamanda Podcast Real Estate fraud Title fraud: How a Toronto real estate lawyer helped thwart...