Conspiracies, Finance, and Geopolitics in Crime Fiction

Presented by: Adam Gittlin | Michael Sears | Mick Herron | Patrick Kendrick | TJ O'Connor

Global intrigue adds powerful complexity to crime stories. In this session, authors explore how conspiracies, financial systems, and geopolitical forces shape their narratives, creating layered plots that reflect real world tensions and high stakes conflicts.

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