Ramblings about some books that I have enjoyed
A Dark, Dazzling Masterpiece All the Colours of the Dark by Chris Whitaker is, in a word, extraordinary. This is storytelling at its boldest and most beautiful — a sweeping, genre-defying tale that blends crime, love, trauma, and hope into something utterly unforgettable. I was floored. At its core, this is an ultra-dark crime novel, … Continue reading All the Colours of the Dark
An Enemy in the Village is another engaging entry in Martin Walker’s long-running and much-loved Bruno, Chief of Police series. With its rich setting, charming characters, and timely themes, this installment brings both familiarity and a fresh sense of danger to the tranquil Dordogne countryside. Bruno Courrѐges, the unflappable chief of police of St Denis, … Continue reading An Enemy in the Village
Don’t Forget Me, Little Bessie is yet another towering achievement from James Lee Burke, whose legacy as perhaps the greatest living crime writer is only further cemented by this extraordinary novel. As a lifelong fan of Burke’s work, I’ve long believed that no one paints with words quite like he does—and this latest entry in … Continue reading Don’t Forget Me Little Bessie
Red Star Down is a pacy, conspiracy-driven spy thriller that grips from the very first page and doesn’t let go. D.B. John spins a story that feels both larger-than-life and terrifyingly plausible, weaving real-world figures—Donald Trump, Kim Jong-un, Vladimir Putin—into a taut narrative of espionage, betrayal, and political brinkmanship. The plot unfolds with cinematic flair: … Continue reading Red Star Down