Why I'm Tired of Professional Detectives in Mystery Novels

[Robert Obikanyi]

Alright, let me just say, I'm over it. I'm over reading about professional detectives solving the crime. Don't get me wrong, I love a good mystery novel, but can we please mix it up a bit?

I mean, come on, how many times can we read about a grizzled detective with a troubled past, a drinking problem, and a chip on their shoulder? How many times can we read about a brilliant detective who's always one step ahead of the killer?

It's boring, folks. It's been done to death.

That's why I'm all about the amateur sleuths. They're the little guy, the underdog, the one you least expect. They bring a fresh perspective to the crime-solving process. They're relatable, and honestly, it's just more fun to read about a stay-at-home mom solving a murder than some fancy detective with a fancy badge.

So, let's give the amateur sleuths a chance, shall we? Books like "The Cottage at Glass Beach" by Heather Barbieri, and "The Bookmobile Murders" by Laurie Cass are prime examples of how it's done.

In conclusion, I'm just asking for a little variety in our mystery novels. Let's give the amateur sleuths a chance to shine.
Alright, let me just say, I'm over it. I'm over reading about professional detectives solving the crime. Don't get me wrong, I love a good mystery novel, but can we please mix it up a bit?

I mean, come on, how many times can we read about a grizzled detective with a troubled past, a drinking problem, and a chip on their shoulder? How many times can we read about a brilliant detective who's always one step ahead of the killer?

It's boring, folks. It's been done to death.

That's why I'm all about the amateur sleuths. They're the little guy, the underdog, the one you least expect. They bring a fresh perspective to the crime-solving process. They're relatable, and honestly, it's just more fun to read about a stay-at-home mom solving a murder than some fancy detective with a fancy badge.

So, let's give the amateur sleuths a chance, shall we? Books like "The Cottage at Glass Beach" by Heather Barbieri, and "The Bookmobile Murders" by Laurie Cass are prime examples of how it's done.

In conclusion, I'm just asking for a little variety in our mystery novels. Let's give the amateur sleuths a chance to shine.