Can you give me another word for detective novel apart from the common ones?

Tale. It has a sense of a story being told, much like a novel. For example, 'The Canterbury Tales' is a collection of stories that could be considered as a group of mini - novels.

Romance (when referring to a type of novel but can also be used as a synonym in a broader sense).

Fables. Fables are short stories that usually feature animals as characters and convey a moral. For example, Aesop's Fables are well - known around the world.

Romance. Now, this doesn't just mean love stories. In a broader sense, it can be used to describe a long - form fictional work, which is similar to a novel book. For example, some historical romances are actually full - length novels with a romantic element. However, it's not as commonly used as 'novel' in this context.

Episodes can be regarded as parts of a story or as a story in itself in some cases.

Yarns. This is a more informal way of referring to stories, often used when the story might be a bit tall or exaggerated, like sailors telling yarns about their adventures at sea.

Romance can also be seen as another word for fiction. Fiction often includes elements of love and relationships, and romance novels are a big part of the fictional genre. So, in a way, romance can be used as a substitute for fiction, especially when the focus is on the relationship aspect of the story. It encompasses a wide range of stories from historical romances to contemporary love stories.

There are words like 'diabolical'. This implies something devilish, something that is extremely evil and cunning in a very scary way. 'Horrific' is another strong word for scary stories. It describes something that is so bad and terrifying that it can leave a long - lasting impression on the reader or listener. 'Hideous' can also be used, especially when describing a really grotesque or ugly and scary character or situation in a story. These words can add more depth and intensity to the horror in a scary story.

Well, there are 'haunting' which gives the idea that the story stays with the reader long after it's been read. 'Gripping' is another one, just like 'enthralling', it makes the reader hold on tight to the story. Also, 'riveting' which means extremely interesting and holding one's attention firmly. The story might be about a mystery or an adventure, and these words would be very suitable to describe how it draws the reader in. It's not just about the plot, but also how the characters are developed and the setting is described that can make a story 'riveting'. For example, a story set in a post - apocalyptic world with complex characters fighting for survival can be 'riveting' as it combines elements of danger, hope, and human nature.

Repertory. While it is more often associated with things like a list of plays that a theater might perform, it can also be used in a more general sense to mean a collection. In the context of novels, we could think of a repertory of novels as a collection that might be used for study, reference, or enjoyment, although this usage is less common.