Crime and the City: Kyoto

Crime and the City: Kyoto

In one of the world's most beautiful, ethereal cities, a grand tradition of crime fiction blossoms.

By Paul French | March 13, 2023

Christopher Bollen on Americans Abroad and Setting as an Active Character

Christopher Bollen on Americans Abroad and Setting as an Active Character

In his latest literary thriller, Bollen brings the mystery to Cairo.

By Peter Handel | March 8, 2023

Odessa: A City of Legends

Odessa: A City of Legends

Crime and the City on the books of the fabled port city, home to some of the world's most cosmopolitan crooks.

By Paul French | March 6, 2023

The Best International Fiction of February

The Best International Fiction of February

French noir, Argentinian vampires, Finnish conspiracies, and more!

By Molly Odintz | February 23, 2023

São Paulo: City of Extremes

São Paulo: City of Extremes

Crime and the City visits the Brazilian megalopolis in search of good books.

By Paul French | February 6, 2023

Crime and the City: Cork, Ireland

Crime and the City: Cork, Ireland

A look at the crime books set in and around Ireland's city of 'blow-ins'

By Paul French | January 30, 2023

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By CrimeReads | January 20, 2023

Shop Talk: Jane Harper Makes a Plan for Her Novels...Then Several Hundred Mugs of Tea

By Eli Cranor | January 12, 2023

With the Dead

By Christoffer Carlsson | January 11, 2023

Mr. Inbetween: It's Time to Appreciate the Genius of This Very Australian Noir

Mr. Inbetween: It's Time to Appreciate the Genius of This Very Australian Noir

Andrew Nette on the Australian/American hit man show that always defied expectations.

By Andrew Nette | January 4, 2023

Crime and the City: Karachi

Crime and the City: Karachi

Pakistan's most populated city has a big tradition of books that explore crime and corruption.

By Paul French | January 3, 2023

The Best International Crime Fiction of 2022

The Best International Crime Fiction of 2022

Mexican noir, Japanese thrillers, South Korean assassins, Argentinian art crimes, and a new Lady Joker!

By Molly Odintz | December 19, 2022

Crime and the City: Tunis

Crime and the City: Tunis

Reading your way through the mysteries of an ancient Mediterranean city.

By Paul French | December 12, 2022

Five Character-Driven Mystery Novels from European Authors

Five Character-Driven Mystery Novels from European Authors

Swiss author Joël Dicker selects some favorite European mysteries with human dramas at the center.

By Joël Dicker | December 8, 2022

The Best International Crime Fiction of November and December

The Best International Crime Fiction of November and December

4 works in translation to close out the year.

By Molly Odintz | December 1, 2022

“Three Pines” Puts a Darker Lens on Louise Penny’s Series

“Three Pines” Puts a Darker Lens on Louise Penny’s Series

Still, fans and newcomers will find a lot to love

By Elizabeth Held | November 29, 2022

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