Join us for a Hamburg-based thriller and first in the Chastity Riley series. Blue Night by Simone Buchholz⁠⁠ This is a book from one of our top 5 listener countries, Germany. Danke schön und entschuldigung für unseren schrecklichen akzent. No spoilers- we don't reveal whodunnit. In Mystery Business, Mads reveals how Murdle could help in solving our case. Han blows her own logic puzzle trumpet. In TV Tattle, we share our verdict on gritty crime drama, Inspector Falke. Purrcule Pawrot sees Hercule engaged in a battle of wits with a classic foe. We also discuss 'eau de pub', Herman ze German and ..read more

Join us for our first book of 2024, an Australian read focusing on the Vietnamese community; All That's Left Unsaid, by Tracey Lien. No spoilers- we don't reveal whodunnit. In Mystery Business, we talk about the new series of Traitors and the excellent game, Werewolves / Mafia. In TV Tattle, we reminisce about Neighbours storylines of old. We also discuss 90s throwbacks such as magnetic earrings, 2024 slogans and Pho. There is also an on-air discussion about the return of the Little Blue Book to Han's care. AOB:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠All Good Bookshop⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - order with Hannah or through ou ..read more

Join us for our festive episode with A Surprise for Christmas and Other Seasonal Mysteries. This is from the British Library Crime Classics series and edited by Martin Edwards. We focus on the four stories written by women: - The Black Bag Left on a Doorstep - Catharine Louisa Pirkis - Death on the Air- Ngaio Marsh - On Christmas Day in the Morning- Margery Allingham - Give Me a Ring - Anthony Gilbert  No spoilers- we don't reveal whodunnit. In Mystery Business, we talk about new books inspired by Agatha Christie. Maddy wins at Secret Santa. In TV Tattle, we recommend mysteries for post C ..read more

Join us in a TUCOTMS first, with a re-read of a pre-podcast classic, Blanche on the Lam by Barbara Neely. We have a double-helping of Queens of Crime! Barbara, crowned in Season 2 with Blanche Cleans Up, and the protagonist Blanche; a queen in her own right. We are also joined by a special guest, friend of the show and Maddy's mum, Sue. We reveal whodunnit, so read before you listen if you don't want the ending ruined! We also share spoilers for the film we discuss in TV Tattle, Widows. In Mystery Business, Han shares a mystery relating to the book copies she acquired from the very excellent ..read more

Join us for an immersive Italian mystery with a young private detective. We reveal whodunnit, so read before you listen if you don't want the ending ruined! In Mystery Business, Han shares an excellent unmasking of a petty criminal in her local area. In TV Tattle, we unpick the characters and gorgeous setting of The White Lotus Season 2 . We also discuss pudding names, night owls vs morning larks and New Radicals. Mystery Mentions Lindsay Gordon Series - Val McDermid AOB:  ⁠⁠All Good Bookshop⁠⁠ - order with Hannah or through our online bookshelf at ⁠⁠LitaList⁠⁠ If you or so ..read more

Join us for an immersive Italian mystery with a young private detective. We reveal whodunnit, so read before you listen if you don't want the ending ruined! In Mystery Business, Han shares an excellent unmasking of a petty criminal in her local area. In TV Tattle, we unpick the characters and gorgeous setting of The White Lotus Season 2 - Maddy and Han are somewhat divided here. We also discuss names of puddings, night owls vs morning larks (of which Han and Maddy identify differently), and New Radicals. Mystery Mentions Lindsey Gordon Series - Val McDermid AOB:  ⁠⁠All Good Bookshop ..read more

Join us for a dive into the murky underworld of the 1930s shipping industry. We don't reveal whodunnit but there are some minor plot spoilers. In Mystery Business, Han reveals some recently acquired green Penguin Crime Classics. In TV Tattle, we are delighted by the whimsy of The Wheel Spins (The Lady Vanishes). It is a pleasing throwback to a pre-podcast read. We also discuss Race Across the World, Only Murders in the Building and classic Jonathan Creek. Mystery Mentions Murder In Time, The Cup and the Lip, and Alive and Dead - All by Elizabeth Ferrars Christianna Brand - London Particular Th ..read more

Mes amies, it's here. We reflect on the findings of our 3 year investigation into the case of the missing salmon. We create a visual map and detailed timeline. We test the top theories and suspects. Who had the means, motive and opportunity? How was the salmon swiped at such speed? And who, oh who, is Gertrude? Listen in for shocking revelations, psychological analysis and silly shenanigans. Reminder on suspects/witness list MK- Hannah's brother and Blom - his friend Papa K or PK- Hannah's Dad A1 aka Ceecee/Wine Butler- Hannah's husband Ollie- Hannah's cousin- confirmed saw salmon And if you ..read more

Join us for a chilling exploration of lust and jealousy in 1960s Tokyo. We don't reveal whodunnit but there are some minor plot spoilers. In Mystery Business, there is an apology for an incident with tempura prawns. TV Tattle is both amazing and infuriating in equal measure. We swap notes on the soundtrack to Playgirl and a tantalising mention of The Lady Killer film. In Case Notes, we wonder whether the culprit will strike again at Maddy's wedding. We also discuss blood types, serious names and gripping twists. Mystery Mentions The Master Key - Masako Togawa (our episode here) AOB:   ..read more

Hope you enjoy listening to the trailer. If you would prefer to read then here is the transcript: Hello, my name is Maddy and I’m Hannah, we are reading-partners-in-crime. We investigate a real-life case using advice from murder mystery authors.  We review a book, find the sleuthing tips and hopefully, solve the case.  Welcome to the Unsolved Case of the Missing Salmon. In Season 5, we will travelling around the world in 15 mysteries.  We also have an exciting new feature, TV Tattle. This is alongside the golden oldies of Queens of Crime and Case Notes. We are *still* investiga ..read more