Returning to the Classics of Mystery

I listened to books two of my favorite mystery writers this week:
Clouds of Witnesses by Dorothy Sayers and Peril at End House by Agatha Christie

Sometimes we need to revisit the classics to get an understanding of the craft. Both are set in the "between the wars" time in Britain and have the atmosphere of that time. While Christie quickly gets to the mystery and the red herrings, Sayers takes her time, including a long recital of the crime at the end of the trial.

Although modern mysteries are usually short cozy series or long thrillers, the basics of mystery writing can still be found in the masters.

Five witchy hats to both of these greats.