LY011 Murder, They Read: Book To Be Determined

The May book selection and description will be posted on or about Saturday, 04 April (or before).

WICE’s Murder, They Read book group offers members the chance to explore the mystery form—from classic sleuths and gritty detectives to unconventional investigators and amateur gumshoes.

A compelling mystery is selected for each month's reading and discussion, with an eye toward strong writing, memorable characters, and inventive plotting. From contemporary noir to historical mysteries, the group’s selections will span subgenres, eras, locales and cultures, offering something for longtime mystery lovers and curious newcomers alike.

Discussions—held in English—delve into themes, character development, setting, and of course, the crime itself. The goal is not just to guess the culprit, but, through the eyes of the sleuth, to benefit from a literary immersion into another time, place, and/or culture;  to appreciate how the author constructs the mystery and what the story reveals about the world it portrays. And of course  to enjoy time spent with others who love the mystery genre.

Selections are chosen with these criteria in mind:

• Available in English (paper or ebook)

• Standalone/can be read on it’s own, or first in a series

• Rich in atmosphere, character, or setting

• Offers an unexpected perspective

Two spaces are reserved for new WICE members. If no new WICE members have registered seven days before the event, those two spaces will become available to the general WICE membership.

Registration opens on Saturday, 04 April.