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Can You Identify the European Locations in These Thrillers and Crime Novels?

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Can You Identify the European Locations in These Thrillers and Crime Novels?

A strong sense of place can deeply influence a story, and in some cases, the setting can even feel like a character itself. This week’s literary geography quiz highlights the locations of thrillers and crime novels set around Europe. (Even if you aren’t familiar with the book, most questions offer an additional hint about the location.) To play, just make your selection in the multiple-choice list and the correct answer will be revealed. At the end of the quiz, you’ll find links to the books if you’d like to do further reading.

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Test Your Knowledge of Family-History Novels That Were Adapted as Movies or TV Series

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Test Your Knowledge of Family-History Novels That Were Adapted as Movies or TV Series

“Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West,” Gregory Maguire’s 1995 novel, has been adapted into a stage musical that was itself made into a two-part feature film. In all versions, what is the name of the witch Elphaba’s younger sister, whom she accompanies to Shiz University?

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Video: Dissecting Three Stephen King Adaptations

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Gilbert Cruz, editor of The New York Times Book Review, breaks down three Stephen King movie adaptations and how they differ from their source material.

By Gilbert Cruz, Claire Hogan, Karen Hanley and Laura Salaberry

October 29, 2025

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Can You Pair Up These 1980s Novels and Their First Lines?

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Can You Pair Up These 1980s Novels and Their First Lines?

Welcome to Literary Quotable Quotes, a quiz that tests your recognition of memorable lines. This week’s installment highlights first lines from notable novels of the 1980s. In the five multiple-choice questions below, tap or click on the answer you think is correct. After the last question, you’ll find links to the books if you want to experience the entire work in context.

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