Films within the noir genre are quite diverse, but have a few things in common: a dark and brooding atmosphere, a cynical protagonist with a complicated past, and plotlines that are fatalistic. Noir fiction has developed alongside these films since the 1930s and 1940s and has the same characteristics. Although classic noir novels by such authors as Raymond Chandler and Dashiell Hammett are detective stories, others are written in the form of psychological thrillers, and horror, western and science-fiction novels.

If you're just getting into the Percy Jackson books, here are all three of Rick Riordan's popular Greek mythology series, in order!

Favourite fiction from the 1910s through the 1940s.

Non fiction stories of adventure in Canada and beyond. Many written by women (maybe some men) who have explored the wild places in our world.

Favourite fiction from the 1910s through the 1940s.

Here are 72 of the most popular mysteries and thrillers from the last three years - and they're available from your local Library! Borrow print items by placing them on hold or visiting a Library branch. Borrow eBooks by downloading the CloudLibrary app and logging in with your Coquitlam Public Library card and PIN.

Experience new places through characters from around the world!