Mystery fiction

genre of fiction where nature of an event, usually a murder or other crime, remains mysterious until the end of the story

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.

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