english lit - crime features

what is the definition of crime fiction?

a genre of literature that focuses on crimes, their detectives, criminals and their motives

it often explores justice, morality and social issues

what is a typical protagonist like in crime fiction?

often is a detective ( white male age 40+ ), a police officer or an investigator

what is the central to most crime fiction?

often justice ( where the criminal or murderer etc either gets caught or stopped )

can also include morality, law, punishment and other resolutions

what is the common structure for a crime narrative?

usually

crime → investigation → revelation → resolution

what is the role of the reader in crime fiction?

often acts as an investigator themselves, piecing together clues and finding either the protagonist or motives behind their actions

what roles do suspects and red herrings have in crime fiction?

often builds suspense and allows the reader to e lead astray and overall create a tense read