Mystery novels aren’t always known for their subtlety and have consistently used Nevada as a backdrop for their stories. To date, over 100 contemporary mystery novels have taken place in Nevada, and for good reason. Nevada’s got some mysterious features: Area 51, atomic testing, a rich Basque heritage. All of these reasons and more make Nevada one of mystery’s favorite subjects.
Most Nevada mystery novels take place in and around Las Vegas, although some venture out to Reno as well. (Note to readers, the Reno mystery genre is particularly gory, so set your adt reno alarm before heading to bed with a good read) Las Vegas’ most preeminent mystery author is Carol Nelson Douglas who has published dozens of related mystery novels since her opener, “Cat Nap.”
Some of the favorite Nevada subjects mystery authors like to tap into include the annual Burning Man festival, held in the Nevada desert, the 1950 Rat Pack culture that included mob ties, and general casino debauchery that often leads to readers wondering whodunit? Whatever your favorite type of mystery novel, rest assured there’s something to love for everyone in the Nevada Mystery Novel genre.
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Nevada Mystery Novels
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