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Jeff Popple reviews three new entertaining crime novels from America. More of Jeff’s reviews can be found on his blog murdermayhemandlongdogs.com

Livid by Patricia Cornwell

Sphere, $32.99 Veteran thriller author Patricia Cornwell provides another engrossing entry in her series about Chief Medical Examiner Kay Scarpetta with her latest book, Livid. A controversial murder trial is interrupted when news comes through that the judge’s sister has been found dead, the apparent victim of a home invasion. Scarpetta rushes to the scene to find an unexpected and worrying cause of death that re-opens old wounds and new dangers. Cornwell is a confident and fluid writer, and once again she delivers an intriguing plot, plenty of suspense and an abundance of interesting forensic detail. Her many fans will not be disappointed.

Treasure State by C. J. Box

Head of Zeus, $29.99 C. J. Box is best known for his stellar series about game warden, Joe Pickett, but in recent years he has been developing a second series about Montana private eye, Cassie Dewell. Treasure State is the fifth book to feature Cassie, and it finds the investigator caught up in two cases involving a slippery conman and a supposedly buried treasure. Cassie is an interesting and flawed character who goes about her business with a professional ease that is enjoyable to watch. As always with a Box novel, the story unfolds smoothly and high interest is maintained all the way to the exciting conclusion.

The Resemblance by Lauren Nossett

Macmillan, $34.99 Unlike Box and Cornwell, Lauren Nossett is just beginning her career, but her first novel, The Resemblance, shows plenty of promise. Detective Marlitt Kaplan is the first on the scene when a student at the University of Georgia is killed in a bizarre hit and run. The daughter of a professor from the University, Marlitt becomes caught up in old secrets and the sordid world of US college fraternities as she tries to bring the perpetrator to justice. Battling pressure from the influential parents of the wealthy students, Marlitt comes to understand just how powerful the fraternity brotherhoods are. An impressive debut.

Canberra Weekly competition winners

The winners in Canberra Weekly’s latest round of competition draws are: Spin Master Batman toys: S Mostyn, Calwell. Bondi Sands: C Johnson, Hughes; D Randall, Chisholm; P Cunningham, Ainslie; W Genner, Bonython; D Spoelder, Griffith; S Ding, Holt; M Porreca, Carwoola; W Davidson, Jerrabomberra; R Gilland, Amaroo; P Vincent, Florey. Sissy film passes: J Bown, Wanniassa; M Griggs, Lyons; A Lynch, Harrison; J Brookes, Braddon; R Muggleton, Queanbeyan; M Hayes, Kingston; K Deacon, Kaleen; M Fenning, Crace; M Nicolazzo, Casey; S Bijorac, Crestwood. Greenhouse by Joost passes: N Preston, Kambah; E Grigorieva, Macgregor; J Urquhart, Frode; J Boreham, Hackett; C Do, Bonner. October subscriber: R McNamara, Kambah.

WHAT’S ON

DESIGN CANBERRA: Our region’s biggest arts festival continues with events and exhibitions across town, until 20 November; designcanberrafestival.com.au

CANBERRA SHORT FILM FEST: Watch short flicks from some of the best local, national and overseas filmmakers, at Dendy and Smith’s Alternative, until 20 November; csff.com.au

ANOTHER/S/KIN: The show explores algorithms, collaboration and observation after two artists took residency in each other’s internet, Gorman Arts Centre, until 13 November; tributaryprojects.xyz

GRAZING BY THE GARDEN: Design your own grazing experience inspired by Cressida Campbell’s love of gardens and food between friends, National Gallery of Australia, Fri-Sun 11am2.30pm until 19 February; nga.gov.au

CHALKFACE: The rowdy tale of two teachers who put their differences aside to stand up for what’s right, Canberra Theatre, 9-12 November; canberratheatrecentre.com

THE TRYOUTS: Launch their debut EP on the Nothing Bad is Ever Going to Happen tour, Transit Bar, 10 November 7pm; livemusic.net.au

CANBERRA POTTERS: 2022 Members Exhibition featuring works created in the past year, 11 November- 4 December; canberrapotters.com.au

GREEK FILM FESTIVAL: Six flicks showcase the rich culture and feats of Greece’s film industry, Palace Electric, 11-13 November; greekfilmfestival.com.au

INTERSECTING JOURNEYS: Two films produced by QL2: Meeting Place, and Alumni, National Film & Sound Archive, 11 November 6pm; nfsa.gov.au

BILK GALLERY: Hosts two new exhibitions: Kath Inglis’ Entanglements, and Selection from various artists represented at the gallery, Carwoola, from 12 November; bilk.com.au

Installation view, Cressida Campbell, National Gallery of Australia, Kamberri/Canberra, 2022.

LGBTIQ+ ELDERS DANCE CLUB: All the Queens Men and Meridian present this SpringOUT event at Ainslie Arts Centre, 12 November 1pm; ainslieandgorman.com.au

SPRING LATIN FIESTA CONCIERTO:

Performances and street food to transport you to El Salvador, Chile and Argentina, Manuka Arts Centre, 12 November 1pm; artsound.fm

MINISTRY OF SOUND: Bring their Classical show to Canberra for the first time, Stage 88, Commonwealth Park, 12 November 2pm; arep.co

ALL BAROQUE: Community string orchestra Musica da Camera performs this concert dedicated to Baroque music, Holy Covenant Church, Cook, 12 November 2.30pm; trybooking.com

YASS WINE FEST: Celebrate the fruits of the local district with wine, beer, spirits, and snacks plus live entertainment, Yass War Memorial Hall, 12 November 3pm; yazzbar.com.au

ARTIST DINNER: Join Wendy Sharpe for a gourmet dinner, fine wines, and a preview of her new exhibition, Aarwun Gallery, 12 November 6pm; aarwungallery.com.au

CELEBRATION OF SWING: Relive the music of the 1940s’ most famous Big Bands, Canberra Theatre, 12 November 7.30pm; canberratheatrecentre.com.au

SANDI TOKSVIG: The UK comedy icon brings an evening of comedy and curiosities to Llewellyn Hall, ANU, Saturday 12 November 8pm; bohmpresents.com JOSH PYKE: Brings his national To Find Happiness regional tour to The Jetty, Parkes, 12 November 8pm; tickets.oztix.com.au

QUEEN FOREVER: The renowned cover band performs all of Queen’s biggest hits at Southern Cross Club Woden, 12 November 8pm; cscc.com.au

THE WAIFS: See the Aussie band in a rare intimate setting at Tallagandra Hill Winery, 13 and 14 November; eventbrite.com.au

AARWUN GALLERY: Wendy Sharpe’s new exhibition Paintings About Magic And Time Passing, 13 November-4 December; aarwungallery.com.au

SPRING GARDEN EXPERIENCES: Gourmet food and drinks in an inspiring spring garden, Braddon, 13 & 27 November, 10 & 11 December; gardenswithfleur.com.au/events

BOWER: Genevieve Lacey and Marshall McGuire perform a gentle experience of music inspired by bower birds, Canberra Theatre, 13 November 7pm; canberratheatrecentre.com.au

ANU CLASSICS MUSEUM: Voluntary guides conduct free tours on the second Friday of each month at 12.30pm in the A D Hope Building, ANU; call 0438 883 373.

TRASHFUTURE: The podcast hosts its first live show outside of Britain at The Street Theatre, City West, 15 November 7.30pm; thestreet.org.au

AMY REMEIKIS: Speaks on the politics of civility at the 18th Dymphna Clark Lecture 2022, Kambri Cultural Centre, ANU, 15 November 7.30pm; trybooking.com

THE TORRENTS: A comedy with an all-female cast takes you back to a local newspaper in the 1890s, Mill Theatre at Dairy Road, 16-19 November, 23 November-3 December; events.humanitix.com

COLIN HAY: The former Men at Work front man brings his solo tour to Canberra Theatre, Wednesday 16 November 8pm; canberratheatrecentre.com.au

Send your free entertainment listings to: arts@canberraweekly.com.au with ‘what’s on’ in the subject field. Deadline is 10 days prior to Thursday edition date.