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Mystery, Thriller, and Crime Novels: What’s the Difference?

While closely related, crime novels, mystery novels, and thrillers are not synonymous genres. Each has its own idiomatic characteristics and attracts a specific audience.


What Are the Elements of a Crime Novel?
3 Popular Crime Subgenres


The 6 Elements of a Mystery Novel?
5 Popular Mystery Subgenres

What Are the Elements of a Thriller Novel?
4 Popular Thriller Subgenres















To read about all these categories, you need to pop over to a Masterclass website (linked below) to read the 5 minute article. 



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