Voltaire and the Vaccines
In 1734, Voltaire’s Lettres Philosophiques were published, in the eleventh of which he writes of the ‘mad and dangerous English, who inject smallpox into their… Read More »Voltaire and the Vaccines
Sophie Kiesser series
Brave or reckless?
You’re in a car at night on a narrow, winding country road which is unfamilar to you, when you get the impression you’re being followed.… Read More »Brave or reckless?
The Tragedy of the Judge
One person who gets an occasional mention in my novels is the juge d’instruction (investigating judge or examining magistrate). Being more concerned with the search… Read More »The Tragedy of the Judge
A Stunning Secret
For at least two reasons, the Cosquer Cave near Marseille is amazing – firstly for what’s in it, secondly for the story of its discovery.… Read More »A Stunning Secret
Provence, Sweet and Deadly
“Such is the life of man – a few joys soon wiped out by unforgettable pain.” “Everyone knew it was impossible. Then along came an… Read More »Provence, Sweet and Deadly
Capers in the Commune
Readers of Truffle Trouble will know that it’s set in two villages, Bordumont and Sagnac, in the beautiful Luberon region of Provence. Both villages are… Read More »Capers in the Commune
It’s a Dog’s Life
Zizou the truffle hunter We don’t have a dog now. Last year, when the world was different, we travelled a lot, and a dog… Read More »It’s a Dog’s Life