I hope between the frantic traveling, parade watching, and air mattress sleeping you have some time for relaxation with a good book. Delve into these creepy, cozy books from around the world.
REVIEW: The Penguin Book of Murder Mysteries
I am pleased Sims has pulled together another interesting collection of short stories, most of which I had never heard of before. All told, the collection contains more than 300 pages of murder mysteries waiting to be rediscovered.
Books of London
London was an important hub for authors and publishers of the classics and it’s hard to not daydream just a bit when walking around the same streets as Dickens and Conan Doyle. The city is still a vibrant center for publishing, reviewing, and of course, bookshops.
REVIEW: West Heart Kill
Agatha Christie taught us a century ago, a narrator needn’t be telling the reader the truth, nor must the detective himself. But surely the omniscient narrator has no ulterior motives. Right?
London House Museums
These homes have been saved by a stalwart group of enthusiasts, and are run by a small staff, and determined volunteers. I find the ability to immerse myself in a more specific setting more enjoyable and less overwhelming.