Murder mystery? Spy thriller? It’s one of our favorite genres, but with so many different titles falling into the mystery folder a look into the sub-genres of mystery is definitely worthwhile. Here are some of the more notable sub-genres within the wide world of mystery that you can start exploring today.
Murder/crime mystery. Perhaps most commonly representative of the mystery genre, the classic “who done it” covers a wide range of mystery novels, often with a key protagonist (usually a detective - professional or amateur.)
Noir. Borrowing many elements from murder and crime mysteries, the world of Noir gives us a stylised interpretation of the classic mystery, often focussing on the private investigator of the 1940s and 1950s.
Spy thriller. Often focused on the world of intrigue, spy thrillers combine mystery with suspense to keep us guessing with every turn of the page.
Paranormal. Without a doubt, the unexplained can simply be out of this world, and the paranormal certainly plays a big part in the success of many mystery novels to the point where it could be a stand-alone genre of its own.
Historical. Often times mystery books are no work of fiction. With countless unsolved mysteries found in the pages of history books, deep dives into non-fiction mystery make up a significant portion of the genre.
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