Dutch Treats: Crime Fiction from Dutch and Flemish Authors

By Josh Pachter

From the Low Countries comes a high-stakes collection of crime fiction.

In Dutch Treats, the shadows stretch long and the tension runs deep. This gripping collection brings together twenty-one stories by some of the most celebrated crime writers in The Netherlands and Flanders-authors whose names are household words in Europe and whose work has won top awards like Holland's Golden Noose and Belgium's Hercule Poirot Prize.

These stories are sharp, surprising, and expertly told. Each is a stand-alone mystery, translated with care by editor Josh Pachter, a well-known name in the world of short crime fiction. They explore everything from quiet deception to bold, dangerous choices-with characters who are clever, reckless ... and sometimes just unlucky.

This isn't merely one more mystery collection. It's a showcase of major talent, featuring heavy hitters like Ren Appel, Michael Berg, Dominique Biebau, Bavo Dhooge, Hilde Vandermeeren, and Marion Pauw, to name a few. Their stories have appeared in the world's most respected mystery magazines, and now, for the first time, they're gathered in one exciting volume.

For readers who enjoy clever plots, moody settings, and a fresh perspective on crime, Dutch Treats is an unforgettable read.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 195872713X
• ISBN13: 9781958727133
• Release Date: September 2025
• Publisher: Genius Book Publishing
• Length: 314 Pages
• Weight: 0.93 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"