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#MissMarpleMonthly, Book Reviews

#MissMarpleMonthly: Sleeping Murder by Agatha Christie (1976)

Sleeping Murder is a classic mystery novel by Agatha Christie featuring her beloved detective Miss Marple. First published in 1976, the novel is set in the post-war era and tells the story of a young woman named Gwenda Reed who moves into a new home in England with her husband. However, strange occurrences begin to happen in the house, leading Gwenda to believe that something … Continue reading #MissMarpleMonthly: Sleeping Murder by Agatha Christie (1976)

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Book Reviews

Book Review: Murder at Wedgefield Manor by Erica Ruth Neubauer (2021)

Murder at Wedgefield Manor by Erica Ruth Wunderley is a charming and delightful mystery novel set in the tranquil Essex countryside of England in 1926. The story follows Jane, an American who is spending some time in England with her matchmaking Aunt Millie before they return to America. While Millie catches up with her long-lost daughter Lillian and their host, Lord Hughes, Jane fills her … Continue reading Book Review: Murder at Wedgefield Manor by Erica Ruth Neubauer (2021)

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Reading Lists

5 Mysteries with African-American Protagonists to Read During Black History Month

With the majority of works written during the golden age ignoring African-Americans at best or denigrating them at worst- here are five books written to celebrate African-American culture during a turbulent time in American history. Harlem Sunset by Nekesa Afia (A Harlem Renaissance Mystery, 2) It’s 1927, and Louise Llyod has the perfect job as the manager of the Dove nightclub, but when Louise’s girlfriend, … Continue reading 5 Mysteries with African-American Protagonists to Read During Black History Month

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8 Books to Celebrate Lunar New Year

 Happy Lunar New Year! Below are eight books exploring East Asian experiences through the prism of historical fiction (and one non-fiction) to read this Lunar New Year. Travel back to 1920 and 1930’s Malaysia, Singapore, America, and Britain. Curl up and enjoy these fantastic Asian and Asian-American heroines and heroes. The Chosen and the Beautiful by Nghi Vo In this magical retelling of 1920’s Jazz … Continue reading 8 Books to Celebrate Lunar New Year

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Book Reviews

Book Review: Murder at the Dolphin Hotel by Helena Dixon (2019)

Nell Dixon, author of many award-winning romance novels, Marrying Max and Radio Gaga, begins a new murder mystery series with Murder at the Dolphin Hotel. Murder at the Dolphin Hotel is the first book of the Kitty Underhay series; this delightful cozy mystery series is set in 1930’s Dartmouth, Devon, England, and delves head first into several inter-connected mysteries. Someone is harassing Mrs. Treadwell, owner … Continue reading Book Review: Murder at the Dolphin Hotel by Helena Dixon (2019)

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Book Review: The Penguin Pool Murder by Stuart Palmer (1932)

In Hildegarde Withers first case, she teams up with Detective Oscar Piper to find who killed stockbroker, Gerald Lester, and dumped his body in the New York City Aquarium’s penguin tank, in Stuart Palmer’s 1932 novel, The Penguin Pool Murder. Audiences loved it so much that  it was turned into a blockbuster feature film with the same title by RKO Studios. The Players The Mystery When … Continue reading Book Review: The Penguin Pool Murder by Stuart Palmer (1932)

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Book Reviews

Book Review: Cocaine Blues by Kerry Greenwood (1989)

Author and lawyer Kerry Greenwood’s Miss Phryne Fisher has taken the world by storm in the popular TV show Miss Fisher’s Murder Mysteries, a movie, Crypt of Tears, and the titular Phryne Fisher book series spanning 21 novels. In this review, we’re returning to the book that launched this massive phenomenon: Cocaine Blues, where Phryne’s glamour, guts, and keen intellect revitalized the historical private detective genre. … Continue reading Book Review: Cocaine Blues by Kerry Greenwood (1989)

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Book Review: Murder on a Midnight Clear by Sara Rosett (2020)

Murder on a Midnight Clear by Sara Rosett is a novel in the High Society Lady Detective series, which follows Olive and Jasper, two romantically involved detectives but differ in their approach to their work. In this particular installment, they find themselves in a snowbound country mansion during the holidays where an eclectic group of people has gathered to celebrate Christmas. As they investigate the … Continue reading Book Review: Murder on a Midnight Clear by Sara Rosett (2020)

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Essay

Tuppence Beresford: Female Detective Icon

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

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Book Reviews

Book Review: Murder in the Dark by Kerry Greenwood (2006)

Murder in the Dark by Kerry Greenwood is a thrilling addition to the Phryne Fisher series. The book is set during the Christmas season of 1928, and Phryne has been invited to attend the Last Best party of the year being held at the luxurious Werribee Manor House. At first, Phryne is hesitant to attend the party, but when threatening letters start arriving in the … Continue reading Book Review: Murder in the Dark by Kerry Greenwood (2006)

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