Mystery & Thriller

A brooding, sharply written gay mystery where old wounds, new crimes, and unresolved desire collide under the weight of a small town that never forgets.

Jane Pek’s debut blends amateur sleuthing with themes of queerness, identity, and data ethics—smart and engaging, if not entirely satisfying.

A violent, deeply emotional thriller about two fathers avenging their murdered gay sons—Razorblade Tears is part Southern noir, part reckoning, and completely unforgettable.

A taut, emotionally grounded noir where gay lives aren’t hidden—they’re central, complex, and fully realized.

Published in 1970, Fadeout is a slow-burn mystery with a groundbreaking gay detective and a tone that’s both gritty and quietly profound.

A light and lively gay mystery featuring a missing dancer, a charmingly awkward sleuth, and a dog you’ll wish you could adopt.

A darkly funny take on creative ambition and self-sabotage, 'I Might Be in Trouble' explores guilt, identity, and the messy lines between art and morality. Aleman’s sharp dialogue and emotional undercurrents add weight to a plot that sometimes strains credulity—but still offers moments of insight and heart.

Reading Kellerman's debut in 2025 is like discovering a fascinating time capsule – dated in some ways, surprisingly progressive in others, and providing the first glimpse of what would become one of crime fiction's most significant gay characters. The psychology is rich, the mystery compelling, and watching the seeds of Alex and Milo's partnership take root is worth the occasionally slow pace.