My bloody valentine: why women read crime-romance novels
By Lisa J. Hackett, Senior Lecturer, Sociology & Criminology, University of New England
Jo Coghlan, Associate Professor, Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences, University of New England
A worldwide survey asked readers why they’re attracted to crime-romance novels. Crime explores safety and justice. Romance offers escape. Crime-romance offers both.
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Wednesday, February 12, 2025