Reading in winter

[katriona_s]

The temperature has dropped. After the warmer days than usual in the first half of December here in Yokohama, now the real winter climate has come. In early morning the temperature is abour 4 or 5°C, during daytime it's around 10°C I think? In many other areas in Japan they have already had heavy snow or severe coldness, so it's just natural. Now I need thick coat, scarf and gloves to go out.

This year I have read some mystery stories which are set in SHetland Islands and enjoyed them very much. Then, now I started reading the ones (by the other author) which are set in Oland Island, Sweden. Their stories and writings are good, and, in those books there are a lot of description about the scenery or the local culture, they stimulate my imagination and desire to travel far. This is another merit of the novels. So I enjoy reading those mystery books.

Though, the mystery is usually about the murder case so the story of loss, and those stories I have read are all set in the north islands... thus, these books somewhat chilled my heart. The coldness of December and the sad story together made me feel lonely or helpless.

Maybe these are not the books for winter. Doesn’t anyone know the good mystery books set in the South Sea islands?? XD

Comments

[katriona_s]

Oh you are right. Those other books are generally dark. Sometimes it's a bit difficult to read them.