A moving war novel set in Ukraine
The Diamond Eye by Kate Quinn In the snowbound city of Kiev, aspiring historian Mila Pavlichenko’s life revolves around her young son – until Hitler’s invasion of Russia changes everything.…
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A collection of book reviews, literary travel journeys and best books set in posts
Literary journeys – Look here for books set in a whole range of locations and settings grouped together
BookTrail of the Month – the best book(trail) an author has taken us on
Literary Packages – what are the best books with a strong sense of setting or location for each month?
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The French House set on Guernsey by Jacquie Bloese
French House, Guernsey and Victor Hugo If you thought you had read enough stories about Guernsey and the German oicciupation then think again. This is unique and utterly beguiling which…
Elektra – set in Ancient Greece by Jennifer Saint
Elektra of Ancient Greece The House of Atreus is cursed. A bloodline tainted by a generational cycle of violence and vengeance. This is the story of three women, their fates…
Middle East thriller – Take a shot with Sarah Sultoon
War reporting in the Middle East This is a bok that is very sadly far too relevant for its time. We are witnessing the events unfolding in Ukraine and listening…
The Harbour set in Copenhagen Katrine Engberg
Copenhagen's harbour - Danish Noir This has to be the book with one of the most atmospheric covers ever. You could just walk into that cover right? Well, it's raining…
