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The Fortune Teller of Kathmandu

The Fortune Teller of Kathmandu
  • Author(s): Ann Bennett
  • Location(s): Burma (Myanmar), Darjeeling, Kathmandu
  • Genre(s): Fiction, Historical
  • Era(s): WW2

A sweeping wartime tale of secrets and love, mystery and redemption, moving from the snow-capped Himalayas to the steamy heat of battle in the Burmese jungle. Perfect for fans of Dinah Jeffries, Victoria Hislop and Rosie Thomas. Hampshire, UK,...

Thamel: dark star of Kathmandu

Thamel: dark star of Kathmandu
  • Author(s): Rabi Thapa
  • Location(s): Kathmandu
  • Genre(s): Historical, Nonfiction
  • Era(s): from prehistory to the present

An erudite history of Thamel from pre-history through the druggie years to the rise of sex tourism and night clubs to the days of adventure tourism told through local informants

A Glimpse of Eternal Snows

A Glimpse of Eternal Snows
  • Author(s): Jane Wilson-Howarth
  • Location(s): Kathmandu, The Himalayas
  • Genre(s): Travelogue, Autobiography/Memoirs
  • Era(s): Modern

Set against the backdrop of one of the most colourful countries in the world, A Glimpse of Eternal Snows is an inspiring story of courage, love and a family’s determination to give their child the best life possible. In...

The Wicked Game

The Wicked Game
  • Author(s): Michelle Lawson
  • Location(s): Kathmandu
  • Genre(s): Fiction
  • Era(s): Contemporary

The Wicked Game is a contemporary story where the grey damp of northern England competes with the exotic backdrop of Nepal. On a mission to change her predictable life, recently divorced Kate sets up a small business buying items...

Kathmandu

Kathmandu
  • Author(s): Luke Richardson
  • Location(s): Kathmandu, Hong Kong
  • Genre(s): Mystery
  • Era(s): Contemporary

When Jamie’s colleague and former lover goes missing, the police start to ask questions. After a panicked call comes to light and traces of blood are discovered in his car, the net closes in. Sure, a body’s not been...

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