My Readers Guide for King of Ashes by S.A. Cosby has my quick take, the ending explained, and book club questions. Let’s discuss this compelling Southern Noir title about family, small town despair, wealth, love, death, vengeance, and violence. Should you read it? Will you like it? Let’s find out!
[Read more…]A Punishing Breed is Modern LA Noir
I LOVE a good noir procedural so I was very excited to get an email from Denise Frost, a debut author, asking if I’d read her book. A Punishing Breed is Modern LA Noir. What does that mean and will you like A Punishing Breed? I am here to reveal all!
[Read more…]Must-Read Books for Fans of Noir Fiction
What Are the Must Read Books For Fans of Noir Fiction? I’m running down all the different types of Mysteries. You could argue that Noir Mysteries are a subset of Procedural Mysteries, but they have their own unique qualities and criteria, so let’s discuss!
[Read more…]Review of Thirty Days of Darkness
I’m always looking for the best Scandinavian Noir books and shows and this book was definitely not what I expected. Check out my review of Thirty Days of Darkness by Jenny Lund Madsen.
My Favorite Nordic Noir Series
Here’s a list of my Favorite Scandi Noir and Nordic Noir Series on Netflix and Amazon Prime, updated for winter 2026! Includes lists of Nordic Noir shows by streamer and by country!
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