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The Soothsayer: Rose Marks

The Soothsayer: Rose Marks

Criminal Broads Presents: An Epic Scam

By Tori Telfer | February 18, 2021

Movies In Which the Villains Get Captured <br> as Part of the Plan

Movies In Which the Villains Get Captured
as Part of the Plan

A sub-list inspired by our Prison Escape Movie ranking

By Olivia Rutigliano | February 18, 2021

Maternity Leave Noir

Maternity Leave Noir

A surprising number of crime-writing careers begin during maternity leave. Think about how many more there would be if that leave were longer and guaranteed to all.

By Molly Odintz | February 17, 2021

Square Bullets: The Thrills and Challenges of Bringing Hollywood Flair Into Contemporary Fiction

Square Bullets: The Thrills and Challenges of Bringing Hollywood Flair Into Contemporary Fiction

Fighting off a few dozen henchman works great on the screen. But how do you translate that action to a novel?

By Rio Youers | February 17, 2021

What to Read and Watch Next If You're Finding Yourself Oddly Fascinated by the Idea of Cults

What to Read and Watch Next If You're Finding Yourself Oddly Fascinated by the Idea of Cults

From faith-based extremes to hot yoga practitioners, the message is clear: anyone can end up in a cult.

By Cate Quinn | February 17, 2021

Why Are Imaginary Friends So Deeply Creepy?

Why Are Imaginary Friends So Deeply Creepy?

An author of psychological thrillers reflects on a love of horror and the unseen.

By Rachel Ryan | February 17, 2021

Best Reviewed
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10 New Books Coming Out This Week

By CrimeReads | February 16, 2021

Thomas Hardy's Tess of the D'Urbervilles Is an Unexpected Masterclass in Suspense

By Helen Cooper | February 16, 2021

The Bourne Challenge: How to Create a New Hero in the Long Shadow of Jason Bourne

By Joshua Hood | February 16, 2021

The Magic of <em>Moonlighting</em>

The Magic of Moonlighting

Revisiting the screwball rom-com mystery series from the 80s that was impossible not to love

By Olivia Rutigliano | February 12, 2021

When Valentines Were Vicious: A Brief History of the Vinegar Valentine

When Valentines Were Vicious: A Brief History of the Vinegar Valentine

"Tis a lemon that I hand you / And bid you now “skidoo” / Because I love another— / There is no chance for you!"

By Maya Corrigan | February 12, 2021

Was <em>Body Heat</em> the Greatest Erotic Thriller Ever Made? Yes.

Was Body Heat the Greatest Erotic Thriller Ever Made? Yes.

The case for why you should revisit Lawrence Kasdan's 1981 neo-noir classic, and then go buy some wind-chimes.

By Dan Sheehan | February 12, 2021

All is Fair in Love and Noir: 10 Destructive Romances for Valentine’s Day

All is Fair in Love and Noir: 10 Destructive Romances for Valentine’s Day

Doomed couples, dark journeys, and all-consuming passion.

By Zach Vasquez | February 12, 2021

Which International Thriller Should You Binge Over the Long February Weekend?

Which International Thriller Should You Binge Over the Long February Weekend?

French thieves, Spanish narcos, and Brazilian folklore noir.

By Dwyer Murphy | February 12, 2021

My First Thriller: Walter Mosley

My First Thriller: Walter Mosley

How Mosley went from working as a computer programmer in 1980's New York City to writing the iconic Devil in a Blue Dress.

By Rick Pullen | February 11, 2021

How Bad Can The Good Guys Be?

How Bad Can The Good Guys Be?

There are very few genuinely 'good' characters anymore. But how far can you take their actions before they morph into villains?

By Sylvain Neuvel | February 11, 2021

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