Tuppence Beresford is a fictional character created by British author Agatha Christie. She is one half of the Beresfords, a detective duo featured in four of Christie’s mystery novels: The Secret Adversary, Partners in Crime, N or M?, and By the Pricking of My Thumbs. Tuppence is a strong, independent, and intelligent woman who defies the traditional gender roles of her time. Her character has … Continue reading Tuppence Beresford: Female Detective Icon
The “Golden Age” of detective fiction, which roughly spanned from the 1920s to the 1940s, produced some of the most iconic fictional detectives in literary history, including Agatha Christie’s Hercule Poirot and Miss Marple, Dorothy L. Sayers’ Lord Peter Wimsey, and Arthur Conan Doyle’s Sherlock Holmes. However, alongside these professional detectives, the era also saw the rise of the amateur sleuth, a trope that became … Continue reading Amateur Sleuths in the Golden Age of Detective Fiction
Jules Maigret is the iconic detective character created by Belgian author Georges Simenon. First introduced in 1931 in the novel Pietr the Latvian, Maigret went on to appear in over 70 novels and numerous short stories, becoming one of the most beloved and enduring figures in detective fiction. One of the key aspects of Maigret’s appeal is his humanity. Unlike many fictional detectives, Maigret is … Continue reading Jules Maigret: An Introduction
Ellery Queen Mystery Magazine is a legendary publication that has been entertaining readers with short mystery fiction since 1941. With its clever and complex stories, intriguing characters, and unexpected twists and turns, EQMM has become a mainstay of the mystery genre. In this essay, I will explore the enduring appeal of EQMM and why it has remained such a beloved magazine for over eight decades. … Continue reading Ellery Queen Magazine: An Essay
Father Brown, the eponymous character of G.K. Chesterton’s mystery series, had a profound impact on the mystery genre. First appearing in The Innocence of Father Brown in 1911 Father Brown was one of the first literary detectives to use psychological deduction, rather than physical evidence, to solve crimes. Father Brown is a priest and amateur detective who uses his knowledge of human nature and his … Continue reading The Impact of Father Brown on the Mystery Genre
Nick and Nora Charles are the main characters in a series of detective novels written by Dashiell Hammett in the 1930s. They are a wealthy, glamorous couple who solve crimes together, creating a unique and memorable dynamic in the world of detective fiction. The first novel in the series, The Thin Man, was published in 1934 and was an instant success. The novel tells the … Continue reading Nick & Nora Charles: A Primer
Nero Wolfe is one of the most iconic and influential characters in the mystery genre. Created by author Rex Stout in 1934, Nero Wolfe is a larger-than-life detective who, along with his assistant, Archie Goodwin, has solved numerous complex and fascinating cases over the years. In this essay, I will explore the impact that Nero Wolfe has had on the mystery genre and why his … Continue reading Nero Wolfe’s Impact on the Mystery Genre
Albert Campion, the fictional detective created by Margery Allingham, is one of the most enduring characters in the mystery genre. Over the years, Campion has had a significant impact on the development and evolution of the genre, influencing many other writers and sleuths. In this essay, I will explore Campion’s impact on the mystery genre. One of Campion’s most significant contributions to the mystery genre … Continue reading Albert Campion’s Impact on the Mystery Genre
Golden Age of Detective Fiction 