You could use names like 'Detective Blackwood'. It gives an air of mystery and professionalism. Another option is 'Victim Vale'. The alliteration makes it catchy and it clearly indicates a key element of the story. Or 'Murderer Malone', which is a bit more straightforward and can create an immediate sense of intrigue.
Lady Scarlet. 'Lady' adds a touch of elegance and aristocracy, while 'Scarlet' is often associated with mystery and danger, like the color of blood.
Some great character names for a murder mystery might be Inspector Graves. The name 'Graves' can evoke a sense of solemnity and perhaps a connection to death. Then there's the femme fatale - like name of Scarlett Nightingale. 'Scarlett' is often associated with passion and a bit of danger, and 'Nightingale' adds an interesting contrast. Also, consider the name Jack Thorn. 'Thorn' gives the impression of something sharp and potentially harmful, suitable for a suspect or a character with a secret.
There are quite a few options. For example, 'The Hidden Murderer' is a simple yet effective name. It makes the reader immediately curious about who the hidden murderer is. Another one could be 'Death's Veiled Secret'. This name creates an air of mystery as it suggests that there is a secret related to the death that is veiled or hidden. Also, 'The Unsolved Murder Riddle' is a good choice as it implies that the story is going to be about a murder that is like a riddle waiting to be solved.
For a victim, how about 'Ella Gray'? The name 'Ella' is soft and feminine, which makes her seem more vulnerable, and 'Gray' can add a bit of a dull, tragic undertone. As for a suspect, 'Maxwell Stone' could work. 'Maxwell' sounds strong and confident, and 'Stone' gives an impression of coldness and hardness.
One could be 'The Shadow Stalker'. It gives a sense of a hidden, menacing figure. Another is 'The Bloodletter', which is quite vivid and implies a violent nature. And 'The Silent Slayer' also works well as it suggests a stealthy and deadly character.
Some good names could be 'The Silent Killer', 'Murder in the Shadows', 'The Deadly Secret'. These names create a sense of mystery and danger which are often associated with murder stories.
Some possible titles could be 'The Silent Killer's Trail', 'Murder in the Shadows', 'The Enigmatic Death'. These titles create a sense of mystery and intrigue which are essential for a murder mystery story. 'The Silent Killer's Trail' gives the idea that there is a killer out there whose actions are not easily detected, and the police or the detective has to follow a difficult trail to catch the culprit. 'Murder in the Shadows' implies that the murder happened in a secretive or hidden place, adding to the mystery. 'The Enigmatic Death' makes the reader wonder what was so strange or puzzling about the death.
Names like 'The Ghostly Murder', 'The Haunted Homicide', 'The Eerie Killing' would work well.
A good murder mystery usually has a complex and engaging plot. It should keep you guessing until the end with unexpected twists and turns.
Some good names could be 'The Enigmatic Shadow', 'Mystery at Midnight', 'The Vanishing Clue'.