Why do these two historic university cities appear in so many murder mysteries? Books mentioned in this episode: — The Masters by... more

A consideration of crime fiction’s more compact incarnation. Please be aware that there are spoilers in this episode for the two... more

She is beloved worldwide for her crime writing. But what did she like to read? Resources and articles mentioned in this... more

Moira Redmond joins Caroline to consider a surprising medical mystery from 1931. No major plot spoilers until you hear Caroline say... more

Caroline goes deep on Dorothy L. Sayers’ 1935 masterpiece. At 18:58, there is a brief mention of attempted suicide. Books mentioned in... more

Reading the mysteries of the past 100 years. Books mentioned in this episode: — 1925: The Paddington Mystery by John Rhode — 1935:... more

There’s always more to say about detective fiction. Books mentioned in this episode: — The Man in the Brown Suit by Agatha... more

The magical spirit of Christmas is the perfect cover for a murder mystery. Mentioned in this episode: — "The Adventure of the... more

Caroline and Guy discuss The Box of Delights by John Masefield, a beloved children's book from 1935 that might actually... more

The creator of amateur sleuth Gervase Fen loved to make fun of detective fiction. The 2024 Shedunnit Pledge Drive is underway!... more