Jagannath is a collection of short stories by a Swedish writer, drawing on elements of pre-Christian and even pre-Norse mythology to turn modern incidents on their ear. Jaganath, by Karin Tidbeck; 155 pages, published 2012
A mostly well-written science-fantasy novella featuring a skillful blend of ancient mythology, science, and character study. The Gurkha and the Lord of Tuesday, by Saad Z. Hossain; 165 pages, published 2019
Here is another set of short stories in translation. This one features an octogenarian serial killer. An Elderly Lady Is Up To No Good – 171 (small!) pages; published 2013-2018, translated 2018 An Elderly Lady Must Not Be Crossed – 255 (small!) pages; published 2020, translated 2021 Written by Helene Tursten; translated by Marlaine Delargy
I just finished a curious little book. More of a collection of short stories, and rather more fiction than “mystery” as the library has cataloged it. But still…interesting. Hisashi Kashwai – The Kamogawa Food Detectives 200 pages; US translation published in 2023; original Japanese publication in 2013 A retired detective turned gourmet chef recreates the virtually impossible from the least memory of beloved food experiences.
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