Murder, She Wrote

Bridget Kies, Barry Keith Grant

Murder, She Wrote
Format
Paperback
Publisher
Wayne State University Press
Country
United States
Published
25 February 2025
Pages
112
ISBN
9780814350119

Murder, She Wrote

Bridget Kies, Barry Keith Grant

Embark on a journey through the mysteries of Cabot Cove to learn why Murder, She Wrote is a timeless classic.

Discover the secrets behind the enduring appeal of Murder, She Wrote (CBS, 1984-96) in this captivating investigation of the long-running mystery series. Author Bridget Kies details the show's lasting impact owing to several interconnecting factors tied to the series' genre, cast, and reception.

Murder, She Wrote was a trailblazing "cozy" murder mystery, blending suspense and charm to captivate a wide and varied audience. Bolstered by Angela Lansbury's established star power, the iconic amateur sleuth Jessica Fletcher is beloved by fans across generations and around the world. Kies also points to the series' extratextual tie-in novels, made-for-TV movies, licensed products, and crossovers and attempted spinoffs that helped create a franchise universe that lives on today. With insights into the show's twelve remarkable seasons, its rise to global fame, and data from fandom interviews, this book is a must-read for fans and newcomers alike. Embark on a journey through the mysteries of Cabot Cove and beyond to learn why Murder, She Wrote remains a timeless classic.

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