Check through the Blog posts below to find our latest extended book reviews, our #TalkingLocationWith … pieces, and our views on matters of general literary interest. Search by either Location or by the Keywords you would like to come up in the results…
The Nancys and the Case Of The Missing Necklace by R W R McDonald, murder mystery set in South Otago, New Zealand. Goodness this is such an exuberant and delightful novel (although with a rather gruesome murder at its...
Ten great Scandinavian noir stories. Scandinavian Noir is characterised by a dark, morally complex tone, realistic police procedural elements, and a stark, atmospheric setting. Typically set against the stunning but often bleak landscapes of countries like Sweden, Norway, Denmark,...
Tyrant of Rome by Simon Scarrow, thrilling novel set in Rome 62BE No. 24 in the Eagles of Empire Series. The novel opens when Nero is Emperor. Macro and his wife are nearing the forum, where there is great...
Ten great crime books set in Vienna.Vienna is an ideal setting for crime books, its historical depth providing distinct atmospheric backdrops for intrigue and danger. The most iconic era is the post-World War II period, when the city was...
Ten great books set in Slovenia. Slovenia, often called the ‘green heart of Europe’, is a country renowned for its spectacular natural beauty and commitment to sustainability. This small nation offers an incredible diversity of landscapes, from the Julian Alps and the...
Please wait...
