Anywhere Quote by Garry Disher
“A good writer can set a thriller anywhere and make it convincing: the trick is to evoke the setting in such a way that it highlights the crime or unsettles the reader.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Author Talk, 2015
A writer can make any setting feel integral to the plot, using atmosphere to intensify tension.
In simple terms: Setting amplifies tension.
Key Takeaway
Use setting to heighten drama.
Themes
writing
thriller
setting
atmosphere
crime
Mood
creative
analytical
Type
literary
instructional
When to use this quote
- crime novel
- film script
- game design
- theatrical staging
Key Concepts
narrative immersion
world‑building
psychology of fear
Questions to Reflect On
- How does setting shape your story’s conflict?
- Can atmosphere replace plot?
A Different Perspective
Overreliance on setting may distract from character.
