by Harlan Coben
First published 2011
This annual collection brings together the finest mystery and crime fiction published in 2011. Series editor selects standout works from hundreds of magazines, journals, and websites before guest editor Harlan Coben chooses the top twenty pieces. The volume features established masters like Lawrence Block and Mickey Spillane alongside contemporary voices including S. J. Rozan, Richard Lange, and Ed Gorman. Each story delivers the tension and ingenuity that defines great mystery writing. The collection spans diverse approaches to crime fiction, from traditional detective work to psychological suspense. Coben's editorial eye identifies stories that capture the essential elements of the mystery genre while showcasing the range of voices working in crime fiction today. The anthology represents the premier annual showcase for American short mystery fiction.
Genres: short-stories, mystery, crime, detective
Vibes: suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: detective-story, mystery-plot
Period: 2011
410 pages · Hardcover · Corvus