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Historical Mystery
The historical mystery or historical whodunit is a subgenre of two literary genres, historical fiction and mystery fiction. These works are set in a time period considered historical from the author's perspective, and the central plot involves the solving of a mystery or crime (usually murder). Though works combining these genres have existed since at least the early 1900s, many credit Ellis Peters's Cadfael Chronicles (1977-1994) for popularizing what would become known as the historical mystery.
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Reminiscent of Dan Brown's work but with a tone and momentum all its own, Kelly's yarn will delight thriller fans looking for an exciting read.
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Mabel kept hold of George’s hand as the pair looked out across the beach. They could just about see a murky teal line of water where the sky met the sea. The wind blew sand into their hair and clothes, and tiny speckles latched themselves onto their eyelashes. They stood in silence for a moment, processing the conversation they’d just had. George fought hard to hold back tears. Half of his mind told him to tug his hand away from hers, though fear she might let go of her own accord. Mabel didn’t
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― The Distressing Case of a Young Married Woman
― The Distressing Case of a Young Married Woman
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