Detective fiction typically explores themes of justice, morality, social commentary, and the battle between good and evil, rather than the power of love.

Edgar Allan Poe is widely regarded as the father of the modern detective story, with his tales featuring the detective C. Auguste Dupin.

Sherlock Holmes, the iconic detective created by Arthur Conan Doyle, is known for his deerstalker hat and curved pipe.

Hercule Poirot is Agatha Christie's famous Belgian detective, known for his meticulous methods and distinctive mustache.

Raymond Chandler is known for his hard-boiled detective stories set in Los Angeles, featuring characters like Philip Marlowe.

Sam Spade is the fictional detective created by Dashiell Hammett, known for his tough demeanor and cynical outlook.

Agatha Christie is known for her cozy mysteries set in St. Mary Mead, featuring the elderly spinster detective Miss Marple.

Lord Peter Wimsey is the fictional detective created by Dorothy L. Sayers, known for his aristocratic background and brilliant mind.

Ngaio Marsh is known for her locked-room mysteries and the character of Inspector Alleyn, a New Zealand detective.

Albert Campion is the fictional detective created by Margery Allingham, known for his unconventional methods and flamboyant personality.

Anne Perry is known for her historical mysteries set in the Regency Era, featuring the characters of Thomas Pitt and Charlotte Pitt.

Matthew Shardlake is the fictional detective created by C.J. Sansom, known for his investigations during the reign of Henry VIII.

Ellis Peters is known for her medieval mysteries set in the 14th century, featuring the character of Brother Cadfael.

Marcus Didius Falco is the fictional detective created by Lindsey Davis, known for his investigations in ancient Rome.

Lee Child is known for his thrillers featuring the character of Jack Reacher, a former military policeman turned drifter.