Albert Bell, Jeri Westerson, Marilyn Todd, Peg Herring, and Sharan Newman explore mysteries set in the ancient world. They discuss research challenges, historical authenticity, and how universal human motives make stories from long ago feel surprisingly modern.
Secrets and Suspense in Small Town Mysteries
Rural mysteries thrive on isolation and community tension. Learn how landscape, local dynamics, and atmosphere shape suspense and drive mysteries where everyone knows each other and secrets are hard to keep.




