Romantic, Gothic Suspense by Mary Stewart

 

 I've been re-reading some of the Mary Stewart mysteries written in the 1960s. They combine mystery, suspense, romance, and great settings. 

Here are some of the titles. 

This Rough Magic by Mary Stewart, set on the Greek island of Corfu.  Mystery, suspense, and gothic romance.

Madam, Will You Talk? by Mary Stewart, set in southern France. 

Romantic suspense set in England.

Airs Above the Ground by Mary Stewart, set in Vienna. Romantic suspense, Gothic suspense.

 The Moonspinners by Mary Stewart, set on the island of Crete, Greece.

Romantic suspense, Gothic romance

Wildfire at Midnight by Mary Stewart, set in the Isle of Skye, Scotland.  Romantic suspense, mystery 

 

The author also wrote an outstanding Arthurian saga of five books, including the following.

 

 The Crystal Cave (Arthurian Saga #1) by Mary Stewart, historical fiction, mythology, classics, fantasy. Set in 5th Century Britain, the series centers on Merlin the magician and the coming of King Arthur. 

The Hollow Hills (Arthurian Saga #2) by Mary Stewart, Arthurian, mythology, historical, fantasy. 

Merlin must find the magical sword, Caliburn, which Arthur must claim in order to become the true High King of Britain. 

I haven't yet read any of this series but it's on my list!

What are you reading this week?

Memes:  The Sunday Post, It's Monday: What Are You Reading, Sunday Salon, and Stacking the Shelves