IWSG October 5: Digging into Genre

This month begins with a nicely layered question from the Insecure Writer's Support Group.  IWSG October Question: What do you consider the best characteristics of your favorite genre?This question could apply to reading as well, but I'd like to talk about genre as it relates to writing. I write in two genres -- historical fiction (1840s) and art crime mysteries (21st Century). My fascination