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A collection of book reviews, literary travel journeys and best books set in posts

Literary journeys – Look here for books set in a whole range of locations and settings grouped together

BookTrail of the Month – the best book(trail) an author has taken us on

Literary Packages – what are the best books with a strong sense of setting or location for each month?

Welcome to the literary departure lounge !

Historical fiction set in Egypt

  • Submitted: 7th April 2025

The Golden Hour - Kate Lord Brown Stunning location and dual timeline in the latest novel by Kate Lord Brown. 1930s Egypt has never seemed so fascinating.... Map of locations…

BookTrail Brunch – New Book Excitement

  • Submitted: 6th April 2025

BookTrail Brunch  - New Book Excitement I love the feeling of opening up a new book. A book I feel excited about. A book (always in print - I don't…

Books set on the Titanic

  • Submitted: 4th April 2025

Books set on the Titanic This month sees the anniversary of the sinking of the Titanic. There have been countless books written about it and those who were on board,…

Book (Trail) of the Month – April 2025

  • Submitted: 1st April 2025

Book (Trail) of the Month Where is good to travel in April via a book? Oh you are in for a treat with this one....... A globe that seems to…

Book totes – a collection

  • Submitted: 30th March 2025

Book tote bags Who else collects book bags? I get lots from publishers and I buy a lot too - but the ones that I really love are the ones…

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The Darkening Globe

1597: Each time the globe turns, murder strikes…

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