- “The Growing Season” by Helen Sedgwick: This dystopian speculative fiction novel is set in a future where artificial wombs are the norm, and the protagonist embarks on a journey that takes her from Edinburgh to the countryside of Perth and Kinross.
- “The Poacher’s Son” by Paul Doiron: Although primarily set in Maine, USA, this crime novel includes flashbacks to the protagonist’s childhood in rural Perth and Kinross, revealing the impact his upbringing had on his life.
- “The Missing and the Dead” by Stuart MacBride: This crime novel is part of the Logan McRae series, primarily set in Aberdeen. However, it briefly mentions events in Perth and Kinross, providing a broader context to the story.
- “The Crow Road” by Iain Banks: This coming-of-age novel, while not primarily set in Perth and Kinross, features references to the region and explores the protagonist’s journey from Glasgow to Perthshire.
- “The Sins of the Father” by Allan Massie: The third book in the Roman Quartet series, this historical novel focuses on the Roman occupation of Scotland (Caledonia), which includes references to Perthshire.
- “Savage Drummer” by Nicholas Rhea: This fictional novel follows a detective in a small Scottish town, encompassing cases and characters inspired by the author’s experience living and working in Perth and Kinross.
- “Trainspotting” by Irvine Welsh: Although not entirely set in Perth and Kinross, this gritty novel includes scenes that take place in the region, including scenes in the city of Perth.
- “Rebus” series by Ian Rankin: These crime novels are primarily set in Edinburgh but often reference neighbouring areas like Perth and Kinross in the context of investigations conducted by the Scottish detective, John Rebus.
- “A Dance Called America” by James Hunter: This historical novel provides a vivid account of the Highland Clearances and the Jacobite history, including events that took place in Perth and Kinross.
- “The Street Philosopher” by Matthew Plampin: Set in the mid-19th century, this novel tells the story of a boy and a girl who struggle to survive in the gritty streets of Victorian London after leaving their rural home in Perth and Kinross.
WANDERLIST: Ten famous novels set in Perth & Kinross
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