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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...
Gone to Earth by Jane Jesmond, a dark thriller set mainly in Glasgow (plus Cornwall and Calais). It is the third book in the very successful Jen Shaw thriller series. Gone to Earth is a fast moving story that...
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