Mystery Fiction as a Reflection of Societal Issues
  • Author(s): Prashansa Pranjal
  • Paper ID: 1716844
  • Page: 2405-2410
  • Published Date: 23-04-2026
  • Published In: Iconic Research And Engineering Journals
  • Publisher: IRE Journals
  • e-ISSN: 2456-8880
  • Volume/Issue: Volume 9 Issue 10 April-2026
Abstract

In Mystery fiction if we specifically talk about crime it has evolved significantly in the twenty first century, transforming from a genre focussing primarily on solving mysteries into a powerful source for exploring complex social realities. While traditional detective fiction represents logic, rationality and restoration of the order the contemporary crime narratives engage deeply with the issues such as aging, psychological trauma, gender based violence, social isolation and institutional failure. These narratives reflect the anxieties and contradictions of modern society which reveals how crime is often connected in broader social conditions rather than being an isolated act.

Citations

IRE Journals:
Prashansa Pranjal "Mystery Fiction as a Reflection of Societal Issues" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals Volume 9 Issue 10 2026 Page 2405-2410 https://doi.org/10.64388/IREV9I10-1716844

IEEE:
Prashansa Pranjal "Mystery Fiction as a Reflection of Societal Issues" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals, 9(10) https://doi.org/10.64388/IREV9I10-1716844