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Reading adventures, Pt. 15: Spies and seaside chicanery in Estoril
Driving from windy, hilly Lisbon to the sun-drenched streets of Estoril feels like entering a totally different world. Gone are the hundreds of staircases that feel insurmountable after a day of climbing for views; the graffiti that line the walls in a riotous display of free speech. Instead, palm trees and sandy beaches and resort-style…
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Reading adventures, Pt. 4: Seaside shenanigans in the Côte d’Azur
The last stop on my summer adventures was Nice – and what a treat for a Golden Age mystery fan! The Côte d’Azur was a favorite destination for many of the wealthy class in the Golden Age. There’s a wealth of mysteries that take place in and around that favorite summer playground. While we only…