Delia Owens' novel 'Where the Crawdads Sing' explores themes of isolation, resilience, and love amidst the backdrop of North Carolina marshlands.
A light-hearted murder mystery weekend turns deadly in Kate Atkinson's cozy thriller
Kate Atkinson's 'Death at the Sign of the Rook' cleverly combines humor with a nod to Golden-Age mysteries, engaging readers in a dual-layered whodunit.
What we're reading: writers and readers on the books they enjoyed in October
New novel 'Missing Person: Alice' by Simon Mason is highly praised for its elegant narrative about an investigator's quest.
Briefly Noted Book Reviews
'The Rich People Have Gone Away' explores themes of inequality and domestic strife set against the backdrop of the pandemic.
'Grown Women' delves into generational trauma among Black women, focusing on the quest for healing and progress.
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Explore captivating books linked to France this winter that offer mystery, history, and inspiration.
Where the Crawdads Sing Book Review
Delia Owens' novel 'Where the Crawdads Sing' explores themes of isolation, resilience, and love amidst the backdrop of North Carolina marshlands.
A light-hearted murder mystery weekend turns deadly in Kate Atkinson's cozy thriller
Kate Atkinson's 'Death at the Sign of the Rook' cleverly combines humor with a nod to Golden-Age mysteries, engaging readers in a dual-layered whodunit.
What we're reading: writers and readers on the books they enjoyed in October
New novel 'Missing Person: Alice' by Simon Mason is highly praised for its elegant narrative about an investigator's quest.
Briefly Noted Book Reviews
'The Rich People Have Gone Away' explores themes of inequality and domestic strife set against the backdrop of the pandemic.
'Grown Women' delves into generational trauma among Black women, focusing on the quest for healing and progress.
Some of the best books about France that will take you there - The Good Life France
Explore captivating books linked to France this winter that offer mystery, history, and inspiration.
Illustrator Mabel Esteban from Spain draws a range of subjects with a mysterious and sometimes sinister aura, influenced by artists and social media consumption.
The Rise of the Golden Idol sets the standard for point-and-click mysteries
The Rise of the Golden Idol continues the story of mystery and intrigue, with enhanced gameplay and eerie visuals.
Rise of the Golden Idol review a gruesome, bizarre and brilliant 1970s detective game
Rise of the Golden Idol is a detective game where players solve intricate murder mysteries in an alternate 1970s reality.
OMG, The Rise of the Golden Idol is coming out ridiculously soon
The upcoming sequel to The Case of the Golden Idol promises to continue the unique and engrossing narrative style of its predecessor.
Illustrator Spotlight: Mabel Esteban
Illustrator Mabel Esteban from Spain draws a range of subjects with a mysterious and sometimes sinister aura, influenced by artists and social media consumption.
The Rise of the Golden Idol sets the standard for point-and-click mysteries
The Rise of the Golden Idol continues the story of mystery and intrigue, with enhanced gameplay and eerie visuals.
Rise of the Golden Idol review a gruesome, bizarre and brilliant 1970s detective game
Rise of the Golden Idol is a detective game where players solve intricate murder mysteries in an alternate 1970s reality.
OMG, The Rise of the Golden Idol is coming out ridiculously soon
The upcoming sequel to The Case of the Golden Idol promises to continue the unique and engrossing narrative style of its predecessor.
Apple's Disclaimer uses sex and scandal to shape your perception of reality
Disclaimer creatively utilizes sensuality in its narrative structure to complicate the mystery, reflecting contemporary hesitancies in film production about adult-themed content.
Silo's mysteries only deepen in season 2
The first season of Silo ends with Juliette stepping outside, questioning her beliefs about the dangers of the world.
Apple's Disclaimer uses sex and scandal to shape your perception of reality
Disclaimer creatively utilizes sensuality in its narrative structure to complicate the mystery, reflecting contemporary hesitancies in film production about adult-themed content.
Silo's mysteries only deepen in season 2
The first season of Silo ends with Juliette stepping outside, questioning her beliefs about the dangers of the world.
Bella Mackie's novel explores dark humor through a wealthy family's dysfunction and murder at a birthday party, juxtaposed with Laura Sims's eerie examination of identity.
Bad Sisters review: Our favourite siblings are back but is season two showing signs of strain already?
The Garvey siblings find themselves entangled in a web of family loyalty and unresolved mysteries surrounding two suspicious deaths.
8 Best Shows Like 'Disclaimer' to Watch Next
The article discusses various TV shows involving complex narratives centered around mysteries and family dynamics that connect deeply with the characters' lives.
Crime and thrillers of the month review
Bella Mackie's novel explores dark humor through a wealthy family's dysfunction and murder at a birthday party, juxtaposed with Laura Sims's eerie examination of identity.
Bad Sisters review: Our favourite siblings are back but is season two showing signs of strain already?
The Garvey siblings find themselves entangled in a web of family loyalty and unresolved mysteries surrounding two suspicious deaths.
8 Best Shows Like 'Disclaimer' to Watch Next
The article discusses various TV shows involving complex narratives centered around mysteries and family dynamics that connect deeply with the characters' lives.
The Rise Of The Golden Idol Review - The Memory Remains
Players are tasked with solving a variety of crimes in The Rise of the Golden Idol, a sequel focused on less fatal incidents.
Part theater, part puzzles, this real life video game takes you across L.A. - literally
"Great Gold Bird" combines immersive storytelling and interactive elements, exploring themes of grief, science fiction, and spiritualism.
Emio - The Smiling Man is a captivating murder mystery with a middling end
The game emphasizes player interaction through conversation, requiring attention to detail in dialogues and character interactions to advance the mystery.
The Rise Of The Golden Idol Review - The Memory Remains
Players are tasked with solving a variety of crimes in The Rise of the Golden Idol, a sequel focused on less fatal incidents.
Part theater, part puzzles, this real life video game takes you across L.A. - literally
"Great Gold Bird" combines immersive storytelling and interactive elements, exploring themes of grief, science fiction, and spiritualism.
Emio - The Smiling Man is a captivating murder mystery with a middling end
The game emphasizes player interaction through conversation, requiring attention to detail in dialogues and character interactions to advance the mystery.
Review: Elizabeth Strout brings together beloved characters in novel about connection
The novel explores the deep human need for connection and the consequences of isolation through intertwined stories of beloved characters and a central mystery.
'The Last Murder at the End of the World' Is a Story of Survival and Memory
A unique postapocalyptic whodunit with elements of science fiction and mystery that contemplates the end of the world and humanity.
We Solve Murders by Richard Osman review his new crime-fighting team is another winner
Richard Osman's new series maintains a lighthearted tone and humor, similar to the Thursday Murder Club adventures, despite a shift in focus.
The film portrays a hitman discovering he is being manipulated by someone using him to eliminate targets for their own agenda.
Rings of Power season 2 leaves its wizards almost as mysterious as season 1
The finale introduces Gandalf as the meteor man while alluding to another mysterious wizard, enhancing the storyline's intrigue.
The Wildest Sci-Fi Horror Show of the Decade Deepens Its Biggest Mystery
Tabitha Matthews seeks to uncover the mystery of the Town, grappling with her childhood connections and the complexities of her family's past.
Review: Elizabeth Strout brings together beloved characters in novel about connection
The novel explores the deep human need for connection and the consequences of isolation through intertwined stories of beloved characters and a central mystery.
'The Last Murder at the End of the World' Is a Story of Survival and Memory
A unique postapocalyptic whodunit with elements of science fiction and mystery that contemplates the end of the world and humanity.
We Solve Murders by Richard Osman review his new crime-fighting team is another winner
Richard Osman's new series maintains a lighthearted tone and humor, similar to the Thursday Murder Club adventures, despite a shift in focus.
Sharp & Fine's 'A Detective Story' danced around its central mystery - 48 hills
A Detective Story cleverly subverts traditional detective genre conventions, focusing more on character relationships than on solving the mystery itself.
Childless crones get darkly comic B-movie treatment in Marin Theatre's 'Yaga'
'Yaga' intricately blends dark comedy and mystery, highlighting the complexities of character and society in a unique theatrical experience.
Sharp & Fine's 'A Detective Story' danced around its central mystery - 48 hills
A Detective Story cleverly subverts traditional detective genre conventions, focusing more on character relationships than on solving the mystery itself.
Childless crones get darkly comic B-movie treatment in Marin Theatre's 'Yaga'
'Yaga' intricately blends dark comedy and mystery, highlighting the complexities of character and society in a unique theatrical experience.
The Tahoe husband who almost got away with a mountaintop murder
The mysterious crash involving Peter Bergna remains a significant unresolved case, intertwining elements of tragedy, deceit, and complex personal relationships.
A cross, a bracelet and a body: Who was the woman found in a California creek?
A sudden storm transformed the San Diego River depth, leading to tragic incidents including the mystery of an unidentified woman found in the creek.
Only Murders in the Building Recap: On Fire
The investigation takes a twist as the main suspect is in a coma, leading the protagonists to seek answers from a bartender instead.
Homestead woman's carjacking death unveils tangled web of drugs and murder beyond Florida
The fatal ambush of a woman in Central Florida remains mysterious, with a series of interconnected events unfolding like a crime novel.
The Tahoe husband who almost got away with a mountaintop murder
The mysterious crash involving Peter Bergna remains a significant unresolved case, intertwining elements of tragedy, deceit, and complex personal relationships.
A cross, a bracelet and a body: Who was the woman found in a California creek?
A sudden storm transformed the San Diego River depth, leading to tragic incidents including the mystery of an unidentified woman found in the creek.
Only Murders in the Building Recap: On Fire
The investigation takes a twist as the main suspect is in a coma, leading the protagonists to seek answers from a bartender instead.
Homestead woman's carjacking death unveils tangled web of drugs and murder beyond Florida
The fatal ambush of a woman in Central Florida remains mysterious, with a series of interconnected events unfolding like a crime novel.
National Geographic team may have discovered the foot of a famed Mount Everest climber
Partial remains of Andrew Irvine discovered a century after his disappearance during a 1924 Everest attempt, shedding light on this historical mystery.
A Bay Area boy was kidnapped from a park in 1951. He's just been found alive.
Luis Armando Albino, kidnapped in 1951, has been found alive decades later, resolving a mystery that haunted his family for years.
National Geographic team may have discovered the foot of a famed Mount Everest climber
Partial remains of Andrew Irvine discovered a century after his disappearance during a 1924 Everest attempt, shedding light on this historical mystery.
A Bay Area boy was kidnapped from a park in 1951. He's just been found alive.
Luis Armando Albino, kidnapped in 1951, has been found alive decades later, resolving a mystery that haunted his family for years.
The search for Bitcoin's creator remains unresolved, with many theories but no consensus on identity.
Has Nessie been FOUND? Loch Ness skipper spots a mysterious shape
The recent sonar sighting increases speculation about the Loch Ness Monster's existence as new evidence and personal accounts emerge from the famed loch.
More emotionally involved': why podcasters are TV crime-dramas' hottest new detectives
True crime podcasts have significantly influenced contemporary crime dramas, altering narratives and character motivations in the genre.
I'm still gobsmacked after my night at The Magician's Table'
The Magician's Table was an immersive experience combining storytelling, magic, and emotional connections centered around the life of magician Dieter Roterburg.
More emotionally involved': why podcasters are TV crime-dramas' hottest new detectives
True crime podcasts have significantly influenced contemporary crime dramas, altering narratives and character motivations in the genre.
I'm still gobsmacked after my night at The Magician's Table'
The Magician's Table was an immersive experience combining storytelling, magic, and emotional connections centered around the life of magician Dieter Roterburg.
The real Only Murders' crime is that it hasn't won more Emmys
Only Murders in the Building blends humor and mystery, showcasing extraordinary writing and performances from its cast despite being snubbed in major award categories.
Only Murders in the Building Recap: It Takes Two
Bev Melon's true intentions are revealed, shifting from aggression to curiosity about a larger mystery involving Sazz's ominous voicemail.
An 'Only Murders in the Building' interactive escape game is coming to NYC this month
Fans of Only Murders in the Building can immerse themselves in an escape room experience themed after the show's fourth season.
The real Only Murders' crime is that it hasn't won more Emmys
Only Murders in the Building blends humor and mystery, showcasing extraordinary writing and performances from its cast despite being snubbed in major award categories.
Only Murders in the Building Recap: It Takes Two
Bev Melon's true intentions are revealed, shifting from aggression to curiosity about a larger mystery involving Sazz's ominous voicemail.
An 'Only Murders in the Building' interactive escape game is coming to NYC this month
Fans of Only Murders in the Building can immerse themselves in an escape room experience themed after the show's fourth season.
Bad Monkey captures the transitional feeling of late summer, mixing relaxation with an underlying tension from personal and external conflicts.
20 Years Ago, a Secretly Brilliant Thriller Gave One of the Oldest Genres a Shot in the Arm
Veronica Mars innovatively blended crime procedural with teen drama, creating relatable storytelling that resonates with audiences through its flawed characters and serious themes.
The Perfect Couple Series-Premiere Recap: Welcome to Summerland
'The Perfect Couple' uniquely combines summer fun and a murder mystery, creating an engaging narrative under the guise of a beach read.
Call It Tom Petty Noir
Bad Monkey captures the transitional feeling of late summer, mixing relaxation with an underlying tension from personal and external conflicts.
20 Years Ago, a Secretly Brilliant Thriller Gave One of the Oldest Genres a Shot in the Arm
Veronica Mars innovatively blended crime procedural with teen drama, creating relatable storytelling that resonates with audiences through its flawed characters and serious themes.
The Perfect Couple Series-Premiere Recap: Welcome to Summerland
'The Perfect Couple' uniquely combines summer fun and a murder mystery, creating an engaging narrative under the guise of a beach read.
What to watch: Famed filmmaker Victor Erice releases first new work in 3 decades
'Close Your Eyes' blends a film within a film, exploring cinema's nature alongside a poignant mystery about memory and loss.
'Conclave' review: Scandalous pope thriller starring Ralph Fiennes has shocking twists
'Conclave' is a thrilling portrayal of Vatican politics, showcasing the ambition and power struggles within the Catholic Church through a dramatic lens.
What to watch: Famed filmmaker Victor Erice releases first new work in 3 decades
'Close Your Eyes' blends a film within a film, exploring cinema's nature alongside a poignant mystery about memory and loss.
'Conclave' review: Scandalous pope thriller starring Ralph Fiennes has shocking twists
'Conclave' is a thrilling portrayal of Vatican politics, showcasing the ambition and power struggles within the Catholic Church through a dramatic lens.
'Sunny' on Apple TV+ is a series blending comedy, thriller, and drama elements centering around Rashida Jones' character coping with loss and uncovering the mystery of her missing husband and son.
Travis Kelce debuts as mystery character in FX's 'Grotesquerie' trailer
The series 'Grotesquerie' explores personal demons and societal issues while investigating heinous crimes in a small town.
'Sunny' is a robot buddy comedy about loss
'Sunny' on Apple TV+ is a series blending comedy, thriller, and drama elements centering around Rashida Jones' character coping with loss and uncovering the mystery of her missing husband and son.
Travis Kelce debuts as mystery character in FX's 'Grotesquerie' trailer
The series 'Grotesquerie' explores personal demons and societal issues while investigating heinous crimes in a small town.
'Emio - The Smiling Man' Is One of the Year's Biggest Surprises, If You Can Stick With It
Emio - The Smiling Man redefines horror gaming, offering a unique blend of visual novel and adventure gameplay, compelling players to engage with its slow-burn narrative.
Breaking Down the Shocking Twist Ending in Apple's Lady in the Lake
Maddie Morgenstern's journey unveils layers of truth as she confronts perceptions and realities surrounding her investigation into Eunetta Cleo Johnson's murder.
Close Your Eyes movie review & film summary (2024) | Roger Ebert
The film intricately examines the themes of perception, memory, and the complexities of unresolved mysteries over time.
Mystery after giraffe figure appears on top of historic clocktower
A mysterious giraffe-like figure appeared on a clocktower in Hampstead, causing curiosity and concern before it was removed a week later.
At ILTACON, Anticipation for the Shiny Object
A mysterious object sparks curiosity and contention in a small town, attracting both opportunistic entrepreneurs and doomsayers.
The Life Impossible by Matt Haig review a journey of rediscovery
Grace Winters discovers her true value and extraordinary potential during a life-changing visit to Ibiza, exploring themes of loss, kindness, and magic realism.
The Justice League get their own big murder mystery in All Along the Watchtower
Renee Montoya, as The Question, investigates a murder in the Justice League's headquarters, where all members are suspects.
An Intoxicating 500-Year-Old Mystery
The Voynich Manuscript remains a mystery with its unreadable text and mysterious illustrations.
Crime and thrillers of the month review
Jackson Brodie returns in an Agatha Christie-esque mystery alongside old friend Reggie Chase, leading to a farcical denouement.
The Best Films to See This August
Unsettling noir film Like the River characterized by dark mysteries and a slow-burning plot.
Burned body found in parking lot 15 years ago finally ID'd as missing teen, CA cops say
The burned body found in Irvine in 2009 has been identified as a missing Nevada teen using DNA evidence after more than a decade.
The Twist Ending of Jake Gyllenhaal's Presumed Innocent Is Frankly Too Preposterous to Believe
The Apple TV+ adaptation of 'Presumed Innocent' opts for a different killer than the book and film adaptations, creating a new dynamic among the characters.
10 Food-Filled Beach Reads for Your Summer Vacation
Food-themed books provide summer escapism, mirroring real-life trends with a mix of genres like romance, mystery, and historical fiction.
The Best 'Outer Range' Season 2 Fan Theories
Outer Range season 2 leaves mysteries open-ended, sparking discussion and fan theories.
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Mukherjee's 'Hunted' presents a gripping narrative of a fractured America with a complex terror plot.