Nostalgia, Crime, and Literature's Dark Side

This chapter explores the intersection of cozy crime and violent themes in literature, analyzing sub-genres like Dark Academia and Autofiction. It reflects on how nostalgia shapes narratives and societal perspectives, particularly in the context of UK political changes. The conversation also delves into the complexities of satire in novels and the rise of autofiction as a genre, questioning the authenticity of personal narratives.