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Denise Mina

Rizzio: Darkland Tales

Rizzio: Darkland Tales

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"The Dinner Party" is a tour de force work of art that was longlisted for the 2022 CWA Ian Fleming Steel Dagger Award. It is a tale of sex, secrets, and lies set in 16th-century Scotland and explores the lengths that men and women will go to in the search for love and power.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 128 pages
Publication date: 03 February 2022
Publisher: Birlinn General



A Tour de Force Work of Art


The Wall Street Journal has hailed Denise Mina's novel, "The Wall Street Journal," as one of the Best Books of the Year. It has also been longlisted for the 2022 CWA Ian Fleming Steel Dagger Award. Set on a Saturday evening in March 1566, the novel revolves around Mary, Queen of Scots, who is six months pregnant and hosting a supper party in her private chambers. However, she is unaware that her Palace is surrounded by an army of men who are planning to assassinate her friend and secretary, David Rizzio, a handsome Italian man sitting across the table from her. Lord Darnley, Mary's husband, desires that the murder take place in front of her, and he even encourages her to watch it unfold.


Denise Mina's portrayal of the sexual dynamics and politics of power is nothing short of brilliant. She delves into the intricate relationships between men and women, monarchs and subjects, and masters and servants. The historical setting of the novel is meticulously researched, yet the narrative is presented in a light and engaging manner. The characterizations are quick, subtle, and utterly convincing, bringing the characters to life and making them relatable to the reader.


"The Wall Street Journal" is a tale of sex, secrets, and lies. It explores the lengths that men and women will go to in their search for love and power. The novel is filled with suspense, intrigue, and unexpected twists, keeping the reader engaged from start to finish. Denise Mina's writing is masterful, and her ability to create a vivid and immersive world is truly impressive.


In conclusion, "The Wall Street Journal" is a must-read for anyone who enjoys historical fiction, suspense, and complex characterizations. Denise Mina's talent as a writer is evident in this breathtakingly tense work, and it is sure to leave a lasting impression on readers.

Weight: 130g
Dimension: 130 x 196 x 15 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781846976094
Edition number: New in Paperback

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