Mystery fiction - Simple English Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Mystery fiction (story, book, novel) is fictional work in which a professional or amateur detective investigates and solves a crime mystery. Usually the story begins with a crime and a few suspects, and ends when the protagonist detective identifies the criminal.

Sometimes the term is used to refer to supernatural or suspense stories and thrillers.

• Miss Marple
• Sherlock Holmes
• Nancy Drew
• The Hardy Boys

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