War reshapes everything, including the criminal world. In this powerful discussion, authors explore how conflict, occupation, and political upheaval create fertile ground for crime fiction. They examine how wartime pressures transform ordinary people, blur moral lines, and raise the stakes for justice. Discover how history’s darkest moments can fuel gripping, emotionally charged stories.
Game Changing Crime Novels
Some crime, mystery, and thriller novels redefine the genre. In this session, authors explore the groundbreaking books that introduced new ideas, shifted expectations, and left a lasting impact on how crime stories are written and read.




