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Save:A charming, witty, and slightly eccentric cozy mystery - come for the murder, stay for Flavia's spirited voice (and her experiments!).
IT WAS AS BLACK IN THE CLOSET AS OLD BLOOD. THEY had shoved me in and locked the door. I breathed heavily through my nose, fighting desperately to remain calm. I tried counting to ten on every intake... - #2
Save:A dark, brilliantly-crafted mystery that keeps you guessing from start to finish - a must-read for any fan of suspense and clever plotting.
He went over in his mind all that had appeared in the papers about Soldier Island. There had been its original purchase by an American millionaire who was crazy about yachting—and an account of the lu... - #3
Save:A solid, classic-style mystery with memorable characters and plenty of London grit - perfect for fans of detective fiction, but possibly too slow and detailed for those seeking nonstop thrills.
THOUGH ROBIN ELLACOTT’S TWENTY-FIVE YEARS of life had seen their moments of drama and incident, she had never before woken up in the certain knowledge that she would remember the coming day for as lon... - #4
Save:A smart, funny, and delightfully heartwarming mystery that’s equal parts charm and intrigue - perfect for fans of character-driven, cozy crime with plenty of British flair.
I knew who she was, of course; everybody here knows Elizabeth. She has one of the three-bed flats in Larkin Court. It’s the one on the corner, with the decking? Also, I was once on a quiz team with St... - #5
Save:'At the Edge of the World' by Lord Dunsany, edited by Lin Carter, is a collection of exquisite short stories that transport readers to a realm of wonder and fantasy. Dunsany's writing style is described as a unique blend of rare jewels and solidified dreams, walking the border between the known and the unknown fields. The editor, Lin Carter, is praised for rescuing pulp and other writers from obscurity, making this collection a tribute to the era when such authors were kept alive.
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Save:In "The Collected Jorkens Volume 1," readers are transported to the Billiards Club where Mr. Joseph Jorkens regales the club members with his fantastical stories of adventures spanning the world and even Mars. The tales range from encounters with witches and curses to escapades in Africa and encounters with mythical creatures like mermaids and living trees. Jorkens' storytelling style captivates readers with its blend of fantasy, mystery, and humor, making it a delightful escape into a world of imagination and wit.
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Save:A quirky, clever, and very 'inside-baseball' mystery that’s more about the laughs and the bookish atmosphere than the murder. Perfect for Asimov devotees, book convention buffs, or anyone who loves breaking the fourth wall in fiction.
In the particular case in which I was involved, however, we can limit the direct causes to a specific, limited series of events, all of which had to have happened for violent death to have its chance.... - #8
Save:A cerebral, atmospheric masterwork of the spy genre - best for those who love a challenge, rich characterization, and literary intrigue. Not a popcorn thriller, but absolutely worth the effort.
The truth is, if old Major Dover hadn’t dropped dead at Taunton races Jim would never have come to Thursgood’s at all. He came in mid-term without an interview, late May it was though no one would hav... - #9
Save:A classic noir mystery with heart, style, and memorable characters - The Fabulous Clipjoint is a must for lovers of old-school crime fiction and literary coming-of-age tales. Worth tracking down!
The Central Mutual turned out to be a moderate−sized branch office of a company whose headquarters were in St. Louis. It was a break for us; the smaller the office the more likely they were to remembe... - #10
Save:A dreamy, atmospheric love letter to old New York wrapped in a time travel adventure - slow to start, but transporting if you let it sweep you away.
IN SHIRT-SLEEVES, the way I generally worked, I sat sketching a bar of soap taped to an upper corner of my drawing board. The gold-foil wrapper was carefully peeled back so that you could still read m...
