Murder in the Books Galore

Can you write suspence and intrigue with less then 3000 words? I do not know, Roald Dahl needed 1000 more to write Lamb to the Slaughter, but let's say it's possible, but requires an idea and willingness to strip everything not essential. So sticking to the cosy mystery template in a short story is not a good idea – you get all the ingredients crammed in, but no atmosphere at all.