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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...

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...

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

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,...

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...

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