This collection of tales span a diverse range of eras, from the bustling 1850s to the modern world of 2010. Each narrative unfolds in a unique setting, whisking you away to diverse locales including the vibrant streets of New York, the charming countryside of England, the mysterious seas surrounding Japan, the war-torn landscapes of Poland, and the exotic terrain of British Malaya. I can promise you an enthralling journey through history and geography, all, of course, woven together by the common thread of intriguing crimes and delectable cocktails.