In the 1945 movie "Pursuit to Algiers", Sherlock Holmes called poison "a woman's weapon" due to its subtlety, connection to food and non-violent deadliness. Poison captures the imagination of mystery readers (and writers) because it can be administered up close or from a distance, and can take effect immediately or very slowly over a long period of time. We've gathered some favorite poisoning whodunnits. These stories feature murder most foul, but without a spot of blood.
A group of aspiring detective novelists host a Murder Fête, a fundraiser that culminates in naming the winner of a mystery-writing contest and guaranteein...Show more
A group of aspiring detective novelists host a Murder Fête, a fundraiser that culminates in naming the winner of a mystery-writing contest and guaranteeing publication in Britain and the States. But when the local who was to announce the contest winner is poisoned at the opening-night cocktail party, Phyllida Bright is drawn in to investigate.
Show less
A group of aspiring detective novelists host a Murder Fête, a fundraiser that culminates in naming the winner of a mystery-writing contest and guaranteein...Show more
A group of aspiring detective novelists host a Murder Fête, a fundraiser that culminates in naming the winner of a mystery-writing contest and guaranteeing publication in Britain and the States. But when the local who was to announce the contest winner is poisoned at the opening-night cocktail party, Phyllida Bright is drawn in to investigate.
Show less
Untalented leading lady, Misty, playing Cryptessa, fatally collapses halfway through drinking her mid-afternoon smoothie, which is later discovered to hav...Show more
Untalented leading lady, Misty, playing Cryptessa, fatally collapses halfway through drinking her mid-afternoon smoothie, which is later discovered to have been laced with rat poison. Indeed, most of the people involved in the production had good reason to want Misty dead.
Show less
Untalented leading lady, Misty, playing Cryptessa, fatally collapses halfway through drinking her mid-afternoon smoothie, which is later discovered to hav...Show more
Untalented leading lady, Misty, playing Cryptessa, fatally collapses halfway through drinking her mid-afternoon smoothie, which is later discovered to have been laced with rat poison. Indeed, most of the people involved in the production had good reason to want Misty dead.
Show less
When Lila Macapagal's notorious food critic boyfriend Derek dies after eating in her family's restaurant, Lila is the first suspect. Lila needs to find the murderer to clear her name and save her family's restaurant.
When Lila Macapagal's notorious food critic boyfriend Derek dies after eating in her family's restaurant, Lila is the first suspect. Lila needs to find the murderer to clear her name and save her family's restaurant.
Show less
When Lila Macapagal's notorious food critic boyfriend Derek dies after eating in her family's restaurant, Lila is the first suspect. Lila needs to find the murderer to clear her name and save her family's restaurant.
When Lila Macapagal's notorious food critic boyfriend Derek dies after eating in her family's restaurant, Lila is the first suspect. Lila needs to find the murderer to clear her name and save her family's restaurant.
Show less
Meet Christie's legendary detective, Hercule Poirot, as he investigates the murder of an heiress. Motives and suspects are plentiful, and red herrings abound.
Meet Christie's legendary detective, Hercule Poirot, as he investigates the murder of an heiress. Motives and suspects are plentiful, and red herrings abound.
Show less
Meet Christie's legendary detective, Hercule Poirot, as he investigates the murder of an heiress. Motives and suspects are plentiful, and red herrings abound.
Meet Christie's legendary detective, Hercule Poirot, as he investigates the murder of an heiress. Motives and suspects are plentiful, and red herrings abound.
Show less
Sherlock Holmes was a master of poisons, and in his first appearance we see his expertise in action. This story has it all: love triangles, revenge, and a woman dying of a broken heart.
Sherlock Holmes was a master of poisons, and in his first appearance we see his expertise in action. This story has it all: love triangles, revenge, and a woman dying of a broken heart.
Show less
Sherlock Holmes was a master of poisons, and in his first appearance we see his expertise in action. This story has it all: love triangles, revenge, and a woman dying of a broken heart.
Sherlock Holmes was a master of poisons, and in his first appearance we see his expertise in action. This story has it all: love triangles, revenge, and a woman dying of a broken heart.
Show less
Flavia De Luce loves chemistry, poisons and playing pranks on her sisters. She also loves solving mysteries, which comes in handy when a dead man turns up in her garden.
Flavia De Luce loves chemistry, poisons and playing pranks on her sisters. She also loves solving mysteries, which comes in handy when a dead man turns up in her garden.
Show less
Flavia De Luce loves chemistry, poisons and playing pranks on her sisters. She also loves solving mysteries, which comes in handy when a dead man turns up in her garden.
Flavia De Luce loves chemistry, poisons and playing pranks on her sisters. She also loves solving mysteries, which comes in handy when a dead man turns up in her garden.
Show less
At a seemingly respectable dinner party, a man chokes on his cocktail and dies. However, there was no poison in his glass—and not motive to be found.
At a seemingly respectable dinner party, a man chokes on his cocktail and dies. However, there was no poison in his glass—and not motive to be found.
Show less
At a seemingly respectable dinner party, a man chokes on his cocktail and dies. However, there was no poison in his glass—and not motive to be found.
At a seemingly respectable dinner party, a man chokes on his cocktail and dies. However, there was no poison in his glass—and not motive to be found.
Show less
Piper Donovan has returned home to live with her parents and help out at her mother’s bakery. Piper’s close friend asks her to prepare the cake for her up...Show more
Piper Donovan has returned home to live with her parents and help out at her mother’s bakery. Piper’s close friend asks her to prepare the cake for her upcoming wedding; however, things aren’t as perfect as they seem. When there is a murder, Piper is determined to figure out what happened and protect her friend.
Show less
Piper Donovan has returned home to live with her parents and help out at her mother’s bakery. Piper’s close friend asks her to prepare the cake for her up...Show more
Piper Donovan has returned home to live with her parents and help out at her mother’s bakery. Piper’s close friend asks her to prepare the cake for her upcoming wedding; however, things aren’t as perfect as they seem. When there is a murder, Piper is determined to figure out what happened and protect her friend.
Show less
China Bayles quit her high-powered job as a criminal defense attorney to become the owner of an herbal store in small town Pecan Springs, Texas. When her ...Show more
China Bayles quit her high-powered job as a criminal defense attorney to become the owner of an herbal store in small town Pecan Springs, Texas. When her friend is found dead an apparent suicide, things aren't as they seem, and soon there are several suspects for her murder.
Show less
China Bayles quit her high-powered job as a criminal defense attorney to become the owner of an herbal store in small town Pecan Springs, Texas. When her ...Show more
China Bayles quit her high-powered job as a criminal defense attorney to become the owner of an herbal store in small town Pecan Springs, Texas. When her friend is found dead an apparent suicide, things aren't as they seem, and soon there are several suspects for her murder.
Show less
When an ostentatious and vindictive wine critic is murdered, retired NYPD detective Nico Doyle is once more pulled into an investigation in his new town. This time, there is no shortage of suspects.
When an ostentatious and vindictive wine critic is murdered, retired NYPD detective Nico Doyle is once more pulled into an investigation in his new town. This time, there is no shortage of suspects.
Show less
When an ostentatious and vindictive wine critic is murdered, retired NYPD detective Nico Doyle is once more pulled into an investigation in his new town. This time, there is no shortage of suspects.
When an ostentatious and vindictive wine critic is murdered, retired NYPD detective Nico Doyle is once more pulled into an investigation in his new town. This time, there is no shortage of suspects.
Show less
When a church fair ends in multiple murders, Agatha Raisin must investigate the secrets in her small village—and find out who poisoned the jam.
When a church fair ends in multiple murders, Agatha Raisin must investigate the secrets in her small village—and find out who poisoned the jam.
Show less
When a church fair ends in multiple murders, Agatha Raisin must investigate the secrets in her small village—and find out who poisoned the jam.
When a church fair ends in multiple murders, Agatha Raisin must investigate the secrets in her small village—and find out who poisoned the jam.
Show less
After catering an event, Goldy Bear is pulled into the detective business when rat poison turns up in her food and the police begin to treat her like a suspect.
After catering an event, Goldy Bear is pulled into the detective business when rat poison turns up in her food and the police begin to treat her like a suspect.
Show less
After catering an event, Goldy Bear is pulled into the detective business when rat poison turns up in her food and the police begin to treat her like a suspect.
After catering an event, Goldy Bear is pulled into the detective business when rat poison turns up in her food and the police begin to treat her like a suspect.
Show less
In this medieval mystery, Brother Cadfael faces suspicion when one of his herbal ingredients is used to kill a man.
In this medieval mystery, Brother Cadfael faces suspicion when one of his herbal ingredients is used to kill a man.
Show less
In this medieval mystery, Brother Cadfael faces suspicion when one of his herbal ingredients is used to kill a man.
In this medieval mystery, Brother Cadfael faces suspicion when one of his herbal ingredients is used to kill a man.
Show less
When PennDutch Inn proprietor Magdalena Yoder opens a new restaurant, everyone in town agrees that the desserts are to die for—until someone does. When Ma...Show more
When PennDutch Inn proprietor Magdalena Yoder opens a new restaurant, everyone in town agrees that the desserts are to die for—until someone does. When Magdalena is suspected of the crime, she must find the killer to clear her name and protect her loved ones.
Show less
When PennDutch Inn proprietor Magdalena Yoder opens a new restaurant, everyone in town agrees that the desserts are to die for—until someone does. When Ma...Show more
When PennDutch Inn proprietor Magdalena Yoder opens a new restaurant, everyone in town agrees that the desserts are to die for—until someone does. When Magdalena is suspected of the crime, she must find the killer to clear her name and protect her loved ones.
Show less
When Amanda Garth was born, a mix-up caused the hospital to briefly hand her over to the prestigious Garrison family instead of her birth parents. The err...Show more
When Amanda Garth was born, a mix-up caused the hospital to briefly hand her over to the prestigious Garrison family instead of her birth parents. The error was quickly fixed, Amanda was never told, and the secret was forgotten until revealed in casual conversation. Determined to discover her other identity, Amanda calls on her almost-family, only to discover a deadly secret.
Show less
When Amanda Garth was born, a mix-up caused the hospital to briefly hand her over to the prestigious Garrison family instead of her birth parents. The err...Show more
When Amanda Garth was born, a mix-up caused the hospital to briefly hand her over to the prestigious Garrison family instead of her birth parents. The error was quickly fixed, Amanda was never told, and the secret was forgotten until revealed in casual conversation. Determined to discover her other identity, Amanda calls on her almost-family, only to discover a deadly secret.
Show less
Moving from New York to Coral Shores, Miami, food anthropologist Miriam gets a short-term job as a Caribbean cooking expert on a Spanish-language morning TV show, which sets the stage for murder—one that could be the recipe for her own death.
Moving from New York to Coral Shores, Miami, food anthropologist Miriam gets a short-term job as a Caribbean cooking expert on a Spanish-language morning TV show, which sets the stage for murder—one that could be the recipe for her own death.
Show less
Moving from New York to Coral Shores, Miami, food anthropologist Miriam gets a short-term job as a Caribbean cooking expert on a Spanish-language morning TV show, which sets the stage for murder—one that could be the recipe for her own death.
Moving from New York to Coral Shores, Miami, food anthropologist Miriam gets a short-term job as a Caribbean cooking expert on a Spanish-language morning TV show, which sets the stage for murder—one that could be the recipe for her own death.
Show less
