It could be about a wizarding mystery in a new magical world she creates. Maybe a mystery surrounding an ancient magic artifact that has been lost for centuries.
Well, while not a pure mystery series, 'Harry Potter' has so many mystery elements that it could be considered a must - read for those interested in mystery within a fantasy setting. The various secrets of the wizarding world, the prophecies, and the mysteries surrounding characters like Snape are all fascinating. So, if you can count it as a sort of mystery - infused work, then it's a must - read.
JK Rowling has not really delved deeply into the pure mystery genre in the way some authors do. But if we consider her works in a broader sense, the secrets and puzzles within the 'Harry Potter' books, like the mystery of the Chamber of Secrets, could be seen as mystery - like elements. But there are no typical mystery novels from her in the traditional sense like Agatha Christie's works.
The 'Cormoran Strike' series by JK Rowling (written under the pen name Robert Galbraith) is a great example of her mystery novels. These books follow the detective Cormoran Strike as he solves various complex cases, with detailed character development and intricate plotlines.
She uses a lot of foreshadowing. For example, in the 'Harry Potter' series, little hints are dropped about Voldemort's past and his Horcruxes long before they are fully revealed. This keeps the readers on their toes.
Well, the 2015 J.K. Rowling crime novel is likely to be part of the Cormoran Strike series. In these novels, the detective work is detailed and fascinating. There are a lot of red herrings and unexpected twists. The characters are complex and the relationships between them, like the evolving dynamic between Strike and Robin, add depth to the story. The novels also touch on themes such as class differences, ambition, and the price of fame, all while keeping the reader guessing about the outcome of the crime investigations.