Tag: Georges Simenon

Book Reviews

Book Review: Pietr the Latvian by Georges Simenon (1931)

Pietr the Latvian is the first novel in the Jules Maigret series, written by Belgian author Georges Simenon and originally published in 1931. The novel introduces the iconic detective character of Jules Maigret, who goes on to appear in over 70 novels and numerous short stories, becoming one of the most beloved figures in detective fiction. The novel is set in Paris, where Maigret is … Continue reading Book Review: Pietr the Latvian by Georges Simenon (1931)

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Reading Lists

Reading List: 10 Hotel Mysteries Set During the Golden Age of Detective Fiction

If you’ve got the post-holiday blues and yearn to travel, here are 10 globetrotting adventures to whet your appetite. Set in lovely locales and bustling cities to lull you into a false sense of security- but be wary of your fellow guests- some are deadly! Murder at the Grand Hotel by Isabella Bassett (Lady Caroline Murder Mysteries, 1) Meet Lady Caroline, banished to the French … Continue reading Reading List: 10 Hotel Mysteries Set During the Golden Age of Detective Fiction

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Essay

Jules Maigret: An Introduction

Jules Maigret is the iconic detective character created by Belgian author Georges Simenon. First introduced in 1931 in the novel Pietr the Latvian, Maigret went on to appear in over 70 novels and numerous short stories, becoming one of the most beloved and enduring figures in detective fiction. One of the key aspects of Maigret’s appeal is his humanity. Unlike many fictional detectives, Maigret is … Continue reading Jules Maigret: An Introduction

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