The 10 detectives you won't be able to stop reading this summer
The ten detectives that cannot be missing in our suitcases. The emotion, the suspense and the social and human background is guaranteed with all of them.
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The 10 detectives that you will not be able to stop reading this summer.
These are the ten detectives created by Spanish authors that you will be passionate about this summer.
John Malkovich as Poirot. And more faces from Detective Agatha Christie.
I review the many faces that Poirot has had, a pristine and shrewd character of Agatha Christie, whose last face is that of John Malkovich.
Gijón Black Week 2018
Gijón's Black Week brings together a hundred writers of the black genre who will share fun and reading with the public between July 6 and 15.
The new from Mendoza and Pérez-Reverte to yearn for autumn.
Eduardo Mendoza and Arturo Pérez-Reverte publish new novels for this fall. I go ahead to take a look at them and wait patiently for the heat to pass.
July. 7 editorial news for the 7th month of the year
July arrives, the seventh month of the year. Review 7 editorial news. Romantic, self-help, comic, or historical. Novels for all tastes.
Interview with Luis Roso, creator of Inspector Trevejo.
Today I am speaking with the Extremaduran writer Luis Roso, who has answered some questions. Talk about their books, their authors, and their writing quirks.
Jack Taylor, the alcoholic and literary Irish blackness of Ken Bruen
I analyze this crime novel series by Irish writer Ken Bruen about his detective and antihero Jack Taylor. 3 essential titles of the genre.
Dashiell Hammett turns 124 years old. From hawks, keys, crops and more.
Dashiell Hammett turns 124 years old. Considered the father of the crime novel, I remember some of his most famous works and phrases.
The Paradox of the Blind Librarian: The crime novel that delves into abuse.
The Paradox of the Blind Librarian: Raw violence and uncontrolled emotions are transmitted from generation to generation within a family and its environment.
Maria Frisa. 10 questions for the author of Take care of me.
María Frisa is getting to be the publishing phenomenon of the moment with her novel Take care of me. He answers these 10 questions about his career.
Mother's Day. 6 books for mothers of all conditions
Today is Mother's Day and one more year I want to congratulate you. They can all do everything and also read. These are 6 titles for mothers of all tastes.
5 black titles for the fifth month. Hill, Manzini, Mola, Silva and Swanson
May begins and among the new black releases I highlight these 5 titles. From Toni Hill, Carmen Mola, Lorenzo Silva, Peter Swanson and Antonio Manzini.
Tough dogs don't dance. The great bitches lives of Arturo Pérez-Reverte
Hard Dogs Don't Dance is the latest novel by Arturo Pérez-Reverte. A doggy story starring El Negro, a former fight fighter.
Macbeth. Ambition, power and madness according to Jo Nesbø
Jo Nesbø covers Macbeth. Corrupt cops, casinos, drugs, bikers and traffickers witches in a rainy and dark indeterminate city of the 70s.
Literary afternoon with Jon Arretxe in Aranjuez. 19 cameras presentation
On April 4, the Basque writer Jon Arretxe was in Aranjuez. He told us many things about his life and his work. These were some.
Russell Crowe. Its 3 most important literary characters.
Actor Russell Crowe is my passion for filmmaking passions and he turns 54 today. To celebrate, I review its most important literary characters.
From Miss Marple to Lisbeth Salander: A Century of Feminism in the Crime Novel.
The role of women evolved a lot in a century: in the crime novel, the role of the protagonists changed even more and Lisbeth Salander is the culmination of these changes: a hacker violent to the extreme when it comes to avenging violence against women.
4 editorial news for the fourth month of the year
April brings us many editorial news. I highlight these 4 by authors such as María Oruña, María Dueñas, Blue jeans and Arturo Pérez-Reverte.
March 58 by Jo Nesbø. Fragments of his novels and new book in April
The Norwegian crime novel master has 58 March today. On the 29th it saw its first light, surely quite dark, in Oslo. To celebrate, I select a collection of phrases from the novels of its most famous creature, curator Harry Hole.
Goodbye to Philip Kerr. Bernie Gunther loses his father.
The Scottish writer Philip Kerr died yesterday Friday 23 due to cancer. Very sad and unexpected news for all lovers of the black genre and of course for its thousands of readers. Bernie Gunther is orphaned.
Interview with Berna González Harbor, author of the crime novel series starring curator María Ruiz.
We are privileged and pleased to have Berna González Harbor, writer, journalist and analyst of today's society in all its facets on our blog. González Harbor has entered through the big door in the crime novel with his detective series starring the commissioner María Ruiz.
17 phrases of unforgettable female literary characters for this Women's Day.
March 8, International Women's Day. I celebrate it by rescuing some of the phrases of 17 literary female characters that are unforgettable.
7 news for the month of March. Vargas Llosa, Lackberg, Ibáñez ...
New month, new releases. March opens with the latest by Vargas Llosa or Pamuk, with Lackberg and Ferrante, with Izaguirre and Barneda. And with the great Ibáñez. A little bit of everything for everyone.
World Cat Day. 7 books about literary kitties.
On World Cat Day, which is celebrated today, I review these titles where kittens of all kinds are the protagonists. Illustrious, elegant, terrifying and a source of literary inspiration.
Chinese New Year. 8 books to get closer to the fascinating eastern country
The Chinese New Year is now celebrated, the year of the Dog. I review classic, historical and black titles about the immense and fascinating eastern country.
Adamsberg is back. When the recluse comes out, the new from Fred Vargas
Jean-Baptiste Adamsberg, the peculiar French curator created by Fred Vargas, returns in the new title of the series, When the recluse comes out. We remember their stories.
Novel Detectives: Any Similarity to Reality?
From Sherlock Holmes to Pepe Carvalho through Hercule Poirot, Phillip Marlowe or the recent Cormoran Strike, we all have an idea of what a private detective does in our heads. Do they exist in reality?
Carnivals 7 books between costumes, parties, loves and crimes
We are in Carnival. Costumes, parties, debauchery, fun and readings. We take a look at these 7 books where carnivals are protagonists in many ways.
Hogarth Shakespeare Project. Great authors covering Shakespeare's works
The Hogarth Shakespeare project began in 2014 with the goal of rewriting English bardic literature for 400st century audiences. It was part of the celebrations for the 2016th anniversary of his death in XNUMX. These are some of the authors who cover his works.
James Ellroy, Pepe Carvalho Award at BCNegra. The Mad Dog and I
The American writer James Ellroy has been the winner of the Pepe Carvalho Prize at the Barcelona Black Novel Festival. Today I tell my love story with the Mad Dog of LA
Donna Leon, Queen of Crime, utters a cry for help on behalf of the planet
Donna Leon, Agatha Christie's successor in the title of the great queen of crime and the world's top seller of the black genre with her twenty-six novels on the market, has made the decision to use the latest one, Mortal Remains, as a platform from which denounce the situation of the planet.
Trend-setting Female Detectives: Petra Delicado
Petra Delicado is the first detective of the black genre in Castilian. Alicia Giménez-Barlett has gifted us with eleven exceptional stories starring Inspector Delicado and we hope the saga continues.
Two February previews. The debutant Cole and the consecrated Millás
These two novelties go on sale in mid-February. One by British debutant Daniel Cole and another by our consecrated Juan José Millás. They are two advances that I have already been able to read and recommend.
Edgar Allan Poe. 209 years after his birth. Some of his phrases
It is now 209 years since the birth of Edgar Allan Poe, so once again it is time to congratulate him on his eternity as a great among the greats of the novel, the story, the poetry and, above all, of the terror, the passion and the most overwhelmed feeling. Today are some of his phrases.
Trend-setting Female Detectives: Amaia Salazar
Amaia Salazar is an Inspector of the Foral Police of Navarra, she studied in Quantico, at the FBI academy. She is in her thirties, married to an American sculptor, and when the trilogy begins, she has no children. She carries a terrible past, she is a survivor.
Simon Beckett and his black series by forensic anthropologist David Hunter.
The English writer Simon Beckett wrote this black tetralogy on the cases of forensic anthropologist David Hunter in the first decade of this century. We take a look.
JK Rowling brings back the female cliché under the pseudonym Robert Galbraith
Robin, the female protagonist of the JK Rowling novels, under the pseudonym Robert Galbraith, looks more like Philippe Marlowe's secretary than the detectives of the XNUMXst century crime novel.
8 books of kings for the Day of Kings. Classic, black and epic
Kings Day. Illusion and gifts. And the protagonists of thousands of books. Today I highlight these eight here. Black, epic and classic.
2017. My black balance of Yankees, Vikings, Italians, Gauls and nationals
2017 is ending and I take stock of some of the noir novels that have conquered me this year. Topping the list are Vikings, Italians and Gauls, as well as Yankee and Spanish.
6 of the first crime novelties for 2018
Review of 6 of the first novelties in national and international crime novels that were presented in January 2018. Fitzek, Fernández Díaz, Castillo ...
8 books for winter and winter, the ideal season to read
Winter is coming, the best season of the year for me and one of the best to read. I review these 8 books with him as the protagonist of their titles.
2017. Summary of the list of literary awards of the year.
2017 ends and there have been many prizes in literature as every year. We review some of them in a summary.
Christie Agatha. His most famous film adaptations
The latest film adaptation of Murder on the Orient Express, one of Agatha Christie's most famous novels, has been released. We review some more.
Another 5 black readings for this Black Friday. Compilations and news
There are another 5 dark tone readings to take advantage of this Black Friday. Two compilations by Lemaitre and Silva and 3 new releases by Connelly, Manook and Mytting.
5 very black readings for Black Friday (or Saxon Black Friday)
For this Black Friday (that imported Black Friday) we see a selection of black leg crime novels with a novelty just released this month.
Jo Nesbø: 10 tips from the established Norwegian author for writers
Jo Nesbo, the established Norwegian writer of crime and children's novels, gave in this interview 10 tips for beginning writers.
JFK declassified. Some books with his figure in the background
Documents on the death of John Fitzgerald Kennedy, JFK, have been declassified. We see some books with his iconic figure as the protagonist or in the background.
November protagonist of books. Some titles dedicated to this month
The month of November stars in some book titles in various years and on various themes. We review a few.
November. Some literary news for this month
The month of November begins and interesting literary news comes out. These are just a few. For readers of all genres and tastes.
_The snowman_, failed film version for Jo Nesbø's novel
The film version of _The Snowman_, Jo Nesbø's best-selling novel, has been released. And Harry Hole didn't deserve this listless portrait.
Demidov and Korolev, the Russian researchers Tom Rob Smith and William Ryan.
Leo Demidov and Alexei Korolev are Russian researchers created by British writers Tom Rob Smith and William Ryan. We see who they are.
Thompson and Wambaugh, very black classics for a very hot fall
Jim Thompson and Joseph Wambaugh are two classic names in America's blackest novel. We review two of his masterpieces.
Traveling from Berlin to Beijing via Helsinki in three trilogies
To invoke the autumn cold we go on a trip from Berlin to Helsinki and to Beijing in these three black trilogies, but also with humor.
Is it 25 years since these 7 novels? You are right. And do we read them or not?
You are right. It's been 25 years since those novels. Authors Murakami, Ellroy, Prachett, Moccia, Harris, Gordon, and Jennings published these titles.
Plinio, by Francisco García Pavón, the best policeman in La Mancha.
Plinio, by Francisco García Pavón, the best policeman in La Mancha. A tribute to the great character of Pavón, his stories, his environment and the people around him.
My black and pink readings for July and August. 1st installment: black
Among others, these have been 6 of my readings from July and August. Compensating between the blackest black and the erotic pink to withstand the heat.
6 novels of female surnames that are succeeding
We review 6 novels right now among the best-selling and with female surnames that are succeeding. For the return from vacation.
7 books on the summer shelves of bookstores
While waiting for the autumn news, I stroll through a few books that can be seen on the summer shelves of bookstores.
_The Snowman_, by Jo Nesbo, in theaters in October. First analysis.
_The Snowman_, the seventh novel in the series by Commissioner Harry Hole, by Jo Nesbø, is now in a film adaptation. It opens in October.
6 novelties in crime novels in a sneak peek for this fall
6 novelties of crime novel published in autumn. An advance to present them and make your mouths. For lovers of the dark.
Gijón Black Week. XXX edition of this literary event.
The XXX edition of the Black Week of Gijón begins, the most relevant literary event of the summer. We review their activities.
The 3 new titles from Karl Ove Knausgård, Tana French and Luca D'Andrea.
We review these 3 new titles from the hottest writers: Karl Ove Knausgård, Tana French and Luca D'Andrea. Interesting reads for holidays.
6 literary postmen to remember from all eras
We review the stories starring 6 famous mailmen from novels of all times. So that they send us good literature.
7 books for these days of LGTB pride. Celebrating diversity.
These days the LGTB World Pride 2017 is being celebrated in Madrid. We review some of the many titles on this topic.
4 contemporary Galician writers that should be known
Reviewing the names of 4 contemporary Galician writers of national and international success that should be known.
Policemen and writers. 4 names to know
There are more, but today we are talking about 4 policemen, active or retired, who are also 4 internationally renowned writers and spectacular careers.
Water. 6 novelties and classics novels with the most essential liquid
Today we review 6 novels that have in their title the most essential liquid: water. Novelties and classics to be soaked this coming summer.
7 novelties of crime novel to wait for the summer
We see 7 novelties of crime novels to wait for the summer. Names like Winslow, Hawkins, Rankin or Meyer take out new titles.
_L. A. Confidential_. 20 years of the James Ellroy classic movie
Twenty years have passed since the film adaptation of James Ellroy's most famous classic, LA Confidencial. We review this key work of the Mad Dog.
4th delivery. A face for Gunnar Staalesen and Deon Meyer detectives
This fourth installment of faces for policemen and detectives is special. Today we have the same face for two of them, those of Gunnar Staalesen and Deon Meyer.
3nd installment of faces? of our policemen and literary detectives.
This is the third installment of the faces that film and television have put on our favorite policemen and literary detectives.
2nd installment of faces? of our policemen and literary detectives.
Second installment of those faces that the cinema and television have put on our policemen and literary detectives. Do they convince us or not? Let's see.
The faces? of our favorite literary cops
We all imagine faces for literary characters. In the case of policemen and detectives, television and the cinema are in charge of showing us others.
22 black novel phrases. From Agatha Christie to Don Winslow.
Today we review 22 crime novel phrases, from the British teacher Agatha Christie to the American Don Winslow. But they are countless.
Review by _Bull Mountain_. The great debut of Brian Panowich
Review of _Bull Mountain_, the first novel by the American Brian Panowich, a new benchmark for the so-called "country noir".
News. Latest titles from Kristin Hannah and Glenn Cooper.
Novelty. We review the latest titles from North American writers Kristin Hannah and Glenn Cooper, who have new books on the market.
Sherlock Holmes for everyone. The many faces of the most famous detective
Sherlock Holmes has the face that each reader gives him, as many as versions of the most famous detective created by Arthur Conan Doyle. To conquer everyone.
Chatting with Jo Nesbø in Barcelona. Kosmópolis, _La sed_, Harry Hole and much more
We talked about many things with Jo Nesbø in Barcelona. Harry Hole, Macbeth, Kosmopolis and _La sed_, his latest novel, again brilliant.
London. A unique city to see, read and love
London. The capital of the United Kingdom so rich and great in its history as a reason to read it and always want to visit it. A few titles on her.
Harry Hole. 20 years with the charismatic police officer from Jo Nesbø. SPECIAL
Harry Hole is back in _La sed_, Jo Nesbø's eleventh novel about his charismatic cop. And it is 20 years since the first. We dedicate this special to you.
Bettý, Sylvia and Laura. Three fatal women for three eras
Betty, the latest novel by Icelandic Arnaldur Indridason connects with the classic tradition of the noir genre about the fatal woman. We go over other names.
Wolves in literature. Real, figurative, always fascinating.
Wolves are one of the most literary animals to be found. As real protagonists or figurative concepts they are always a good claim.
_Redemption_, by John Hart. A must-read for lovers of crime fiction.
The novel _Redemption_, by the American John Hart, is quite a black title to discover, if it has not yet been done. I review it with devotion.
The Office of Evil, the third installment of Detective Cormoran Strike
"The office of evil", the third installment of the peculiar detective Cormoran Srtike. Galbraith is doing his best again in this vibrant installment.
Barcelona Negra 2017. Closing of the festival. We review.
The Barcelona Black Novel Festival closes in its 12th edition. We review what they have given of themselves these days. Authors, tributes and activities.
Today is Paul Auster's birthday
Today is the birthday of Paul Auster, American writer and filmmaker. With 70 years under his belt, he is one of the best crime novel writers.
25 days with curator Ricciardi, by Maurizio de Giovanni.
25 extraordinary days with curator Ricciardi, the great character created by the Neapolitan writer Maurizio de Giovanni.
Remembering Jean-Claude Izzo. His Marseille trilogy with Fabio Montale.
We remember the French writer Jean-Claude Izzo in his most famous black genre trilogy and with his most iconic character, Fabio Montale.
Chatting with Craig Russell. From his books, readings and literary panoramas.
Scottish writer Craig Russell, creator of Commissioner Jan Fabel and Detective Lennox, talks about his current reading and the literary scene.
Edgar Allan Poe. New birthday of the Boston genius. Congratulations.
Edgar Allan Poe turns 19 today, January 208. We congratulate him and toast him for his figure and the significance of his immortal work.
My 13 years before and now. The books I read and read.
At the age of 13 I read those first books that were marking my literary paths. Today, when I am 13 again, I have already read a few more.
My 4 crime novels from 2016 speak French, Norwegian, Finnish and Italian.
Difficult to choose between all the crime novels read in 2016. They have been many, varied and good. I'll stick with the more regular ones and a new one.
Total memory. David Baldacci starts a new series.
David Baldacci begins another series with a new very particular character, Detective Amos Decker, synaesthetized and hyperthymestic after a very serious accident.
Broken Dolls, by James Carol. Another good black title.
Broken Dolls is the first title starring Jefferson Winter, an expert in psychological profiles. James Carol creates a character who deserves attention.
The Owl, by Samuel Bjørk. Second case for Munch and Krüger
After the success of his first novel, Norwegian Samuel Bjørk and his researchers Holger Munch and Mia Krüger keep up with The Owl.
The blue crimes. The first of the Ethan Bush saga
If you are fans of crime fiction, do not miss the first novel in the Ethan Bush saga. Guaranteed suspense from the hand of Enrique Laso.
"Nemesis" and "The Black Dahlia." Reissues of Nesbø and Ellroy
Two titles from crime novel masters Jo Nesbø and James Ellroy are reissued this month: Nemesis and The Black Dahlia. Not to miss them.
The forgotten, by David Baldacci. John Puller's second novel
The Forgotten is the second title in the John Puller trilogy. A new case for this almost perfect special agent of the US Army.
Falcó, by Arturo Pérez-Reverte. "I limp according to the foot they step on me."
Falcó, Pérez-Reverte's last novel, takes us by the hand of a scoundrel through the world of espionage in the Spain of 1936 that had just taken up arms.
Harry Hole Returns in 2017 - New Novel and Movie
Harry will return in a new novel. Its title, The thirst (La sed), goes on sale in the Anglo-Saxon market on May 4, 2017.
The wonderful experience of reading a book with your nose
Patrick Süskind with his work "Perfume" does not make you read with the sense of smell. It presents us, in this way, a world of genuine and fatal smells.
"The Girl on the Train", by Paula Hawkings, this summer's literary phenomenon
We talk about "The Girl on the Train", a psychological thriller through a fast-paced story that hooks the reader from the first page.
The best rated crime novel books by readers
The best rated crime novel books by readers. Have you read any? Do you think others should be on that list? Tell us in the comments.
What book do I give this Christmas?
What book do I give this Christmas? Doubts assail you but here are some solutions.
10 thrillers and mystery books that you should read throughout your life
If you like mystery stories, thrillers and black novels you will love the list of books proposed by Amazon and Goodreads. We see the Top 10