Mystery Literature

This course will provide a critical understanding of American mystery/suspense novels and films and will also provide instruction on how to write suspenseful stories. In this class we will be reading and discussing many types of mysteries including: Cozy, Amateur Sleuth, Professional Sleuth, Police Procedural, Legal/Medical, Suspense, Romantic Suspense, Historical, Mixed Genre, Private Eye, Noir, Crime, and Caper. Additionally, through its focus on the analysis of film, this class is designed to be a rigorous opportunity to develop and refine skills of observation, analysis, and writing. Offered every other year.

Course Information

Course Subject
Course Number
LA2010
Course Duration
1 Semester
Course Credit
0.5
Longmont High School