I haven't been a devoted mystery reader for quite some time. Modern mystery writers just don't compare to the likes of Agatha Christie, Dorothy L. Sayers, and Ngaio Marsh. Even though there are now "cozy" mysteries for every possible interest--dogs, cats, bookstores, librarians, etc., etc.--I'm generally bored by the genre writers.Until now. I've just finished Death of a Cozy Writer: A St. Just Mystery, a debut by G.M. Malliet. All the trappings of a classic British mystery, with a modern sensibility, good writing, and humor: country manor house, dysfunctional family, multiple suspects, clever detective, satisfying reveal.
Think set-up by Agatha Christie, humor by E.F. Benson. I've found a reason to read genre mystery again. You have, too.
The author's next book, Death and the Lit Chick, is due next spring.
