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1. • • The best books in these genres are gripping, suspenseful, and full of intrigue until the very end. They routinely top New York Times bestseller lists, and many spawn larger series, leaving enthralled readers eager for each new book. While closely related, crime novels, mystery novels, and thrillers are not synonymous genres.
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   Why do people like mysteries & thrillers so much?

   • They provide all the thrill of solving crime without the IRL consequences. Despite all the action and escapism that mysteries and thrillers provide readers, their appeal is also being able to be a part of the action without really having to be a part of the action.

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   How do mystery novels work?

   • While the plots and characters of mystery novels will differ, we generally know the basic formula the story will follow—and that’s exactly how we like it. Crime (s) committed, a curious character begins their quest to solve said crime (s), and after many starts and stops and clues discovered, the truth is revealed.

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   What is a mystery & thriller genre?

   • Today, the mystery and thriller genre is far more than just the detective novels that originated it and has evolved to include subgenres, such as true crime, scientific mysteries, and even “cozy mysteries.” While the elements of a mystery are often similar (the crime, the clues, the quest for the truth), it’s all about the journey of getting there.

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   Is mystery a good genre?

   • The clean resolution offered in the structure of these books—A kills B, C finds out whodunit—makes mystery the perfect genre to speak for the hard-won triumph of order and meaning. But there are also the wild mysteries. In these books, questions are left unanswered.

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   Why are mysteries so important?

   • As Psychology Today shared, mysteries allow readers to dig into taboo topics, like death, and allow readers to enter dangerous situations without the in-real life risks. Chasing criminals, exploring dark abandoned tunnels, confronting murderers who think they’ve gotten away—these actions are great in the literary role as detective but in real-life?

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   Which mystery books are not-to-be-missed?

   • Among our list of not-to-be-missed mystery series books is Miss Fisher’s Murder Mysteries by Kerry Greenwood. Although the first book was released back in 1989, the smart and sassy “lady detective” is a modern-day queen. In fact, the series inspired the popular television adaptation of the same name, broadening its appeal and reach.

   15 Best Mystery Series Books to Read in 2024 - Reader's Digest

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   Oct 3, 2023 · Books like Christie’s The Murder of Roger Ackroyd and Rudolph Fisher’s The Conjure-Man Dies give us the pure satisfaction of watching the pieces fall perfectly into place, while Louise Erdrich ...

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   Oct 15, 2024 · Why We Love Mysteries and Thrillers. A SLIGHT OBSESSION. It’s the perfect blend of the expected and the unexpected. While the plots and characters of mystery novels will differ, we generally know the basic formula the story will follow—and that’s exactly how we like it.

5. www.rd.com › list › mystery-book-series15 Best Mystery Series Books to Read in 2024 - Reader's Digest

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   • Chief Inspector Armand Gamache series by Louise Penny. Series starter: Still Life (2005) What you’re in for: Homicide (with a hint of cozy), a beloved village, a book-to-TV adaptation.
   • The Thursday Murder Club series by Richard Osman. Series starter: The Thursday Murder Club (2020) What you’re in for: Murder and mirth, octogenarians, laugh-out-loud gags.
   • Hercule Poirot series by Agatha Christie. Series starter: The Mysterious Affair at Styles (1920) What you’re in for: Classic cozy mysteries, an iconic detective.
   • The Dublin Murder Squad series by Tana French. Series starter: In the Woods (2007) What you’re in for: Dark and atmospheric chills, Ireland-set thrills.

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7. therealbookspy.com › 2017/07/31 › 25-binge-worthy25 Binge-Worthy New Series That All Thriller Fans Should Be ...

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   Jul 31, 2017 · If you’re one of those readers, well, you’re in luck because we’ve compiled a list of 25 binge-worthy thriller series, and all of them are currently four books or shorter! (Note: The list is organized alphabetically by the author’s last name.)

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   Jul 7, 2024 · Why are mystery/thrillers the genre most people turn to when they want to read more? Some of these series have 30+ books in them, and without fail, I always see them on the NYT Bestseller list (side note: I would love to know what goes into deciding these books.)

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   Apr 2, 2018 · You know your high-functioning sociopaths from your "cool girls," your Poirots from your Marples. For a deductive genius like yourself, we skipped the classics and the bestsellers to help you discover a hidden gem.

10. www.reddit.com › r › booksWhat are your favourite thriller/mystery series? : r/books

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    Carlos Ruiz Zafon has some great mysteries starting with The Shadow of the Wind. All set in Barcelona and explore the culture and time period and are beautifully written. You get to visit the cemetery of forgotten books as well :D. If you’re into noir/darker ones, try Lehane’s Gennaro/Kenzie series.