For fans of the macabre, gardeners — especially those who are interested in the dark side of their plot — this book looks into the influence that gardens and gardening have had on the narrative of some mystery novels and their authors. Taking into consideration deadly plants, the razor equipment one uses to prune plants, the shadowy corners. Writer and gardener Marta McDowell has extensive knowledge on tracking this pattern, presenting the reader with an array of writers from Edgar Allan Poe to authors on more recent bestseller lists. The book serves as a cornucopia of crime fiction, making a great way for the reader to find more content — especially if they’re just starting to explore titles in the genre. With plots that twist like vine plants into the loamy soil in the shade, this book will take you into the heart of darkness of the garden.