Police Procedural
Crime Fiction
Murder Investigation
Mystery
Small Town Secrets
Thriller
Commonalities of books on police procedural: - The main character is a detective or investigator - Murders or crimes are investigated - There are often personal demons or struggles that the main character must confront - Small towns and villages are common settings for investigations - Corruption and deceit are recurring themes - The investigation often leads to uncovering dark secrets from the past - Some novels feature a series of murders or a serial killer on the loose - Many novels involve high-profile cases or wealthy victims - Some novels have futuristic or supernatural elements - Suspense and tension are prevalent throughout the stories
