Unseen Forces - Syris

Advantages: Potentially interesting location, a promising start from new author
Disadvantages: Too easy to work out, main character a little weak

...Having lately become a fan of Scandinavian crime fiction, I was browsing the shelves of my local bookshop looking for new authors to try when I stumbled across Mari Jungstedt: not literally you understand as that could mean the same brutal fate had befallen her as the tragic victims of "Unseen" her debut novel. It was the setting - the Swedish island of Gotland - that interested me in particular since the synopsis did not sound particularly remarkable. The night after a party which culminated in an argument with her husband, Per, in front of their friends, the body of Helena and that of her dog, are found butchered on a beach on the island. When Per's fingerprints are found on the murder weapon the prosecutor instructs Inspector Anders Knutas to charge Per with killing his wife. But the Inspector is not entirely convinced and is... Read review

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Advantages: Good story
Disadvantages: Too much historical data

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Advantages: Beautiful places to visit
Disadvantages: None

...High Force and also Low Force Waterfalls are places I have visited many times over the years. Situated in Middleton-in-Teesdale, not far from both Raby or Barnard Castle, the waterfalls are a great place to visit for a day out, or as part of a drive through the stunning countryside in the area. High Force is without a doubt one of the most impressive waterfalls in England. The River Tees has been plunging into this gorge for thousands of years, but the rocks it reveals are even older, and date back over 300 million years! You will find High Force located along the B6277, 4 miles from Middleton-in -Teesdale. It is well signposted, just follow the brown tourist signs. You will come to a car park where you will be charged £2.00 to park your car. You then take the woodland walk, which will take you to the waterfall. Admissions prices to... Read review

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