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Nearly Nothing but Novels
http://nearlynothingbutnovels.blogspot.com/
I'm sticking to reviewing fiction, mostly crime fiction and modern fiction, with a little chemistry remaining in the blog until I set up another site. I place a big emphasis on books set in countries other than the USA and in high quality writing. I love words. Please vote in my polls. Feedback is most welcome!
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Recent Posts
Interview with Popular Author Qiu Xiaolong- Part 3
What a long over-due post... Of course, I had to read A Case of Two Cities and Red Mandarin Dress immediately, so that derailed my timing in the most enjoyable way, but, as will be clear to some, writing about the environment has occupied my spare t...
crime fiction on Squidoo
Crime fiction is reviewed and discussed on my new Squidoo lens, with polls and opportunities for reader input. Music is recommended to accompany reading books by various crime authors (typically the music listened to by their protagonists). Links t...
crime fiction on Squidoo Redux
Crime fiction is reviewed and discussed on this new lens, with polls and comment boxes for reader input. Music is recommended to accompany reading the work specific authors (typically the music that their characters listen to). Links to book blogs ...
Earth Hour, March 29, 8-9 pm local time
I know I'm way behind- I have to finish writing up the interview with Qiu Xiaolong, review Red Mandarin Dress and a bunch more terrific books (by Batya Gur, Walter Mosley, Pat Barker, and John Le Carre') that I read recently. However, today I'm just...
Book Review: A Case of Two Cities by Qiu Xiaolong
A slightly different version of this review was published first at Blogcritics magazine, Book Review: A Case of Two Cities by Qiu Xiaolong:"Inspector Chen investigates from Shanghai to Los Angeles to St. Louis to bring murderous businessmen to justic...
Comments & Reviews
This blog is currently rated a 9.33 out of a possible 10 based on 6 comments.
Nezha Said:
Hello,
Love your blog!! Did you ever happen to read a crime novel called Smilla's sense of snow (i forgot the author's name but i think he is icelandic). Great book...oh and happy new year!!
Rory Mackay Said:
Your reviews are very interesting and informative. They give a lot of extra background as to the intent of the books you review, you have an enjoyable way with words
