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Kim Hays' 'Polizei Bern': A Bold Take on Swiss Crime

4/21/2025

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Story summary

Kim Hays launches her fourth crime novel, "Polizei Bern," appealing to both US and Swiss readers.
The story follows detective Giuliana Linder and partner Renzo Donatelli, subverting traditional gender roles in crime fiction.
Hays weaves Swiss history and societal themes into her narratives, steering clear of clichés like organized crime.
The novel entertains while offering glimpses into Swiss culture, though it avoids contentious issues like banking practices.

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Story summary

Kim Hays launches her fourth crime novel, "Polizei Bern," appealing to both US and Swiss readers.
The story follows detective Giuliana Linder and partner Renzo Donatelli, subverting traditional gender roles in crime fiction.
Hays weaves Swiss history and societal themes into her narratives, steering clear of clichés like organized crime.
The novel entertains while offering glimpses into Swiss culture, though it avoids contentious issues like banking practices.