Description
Dive into the captivating world of **Gereon Rath** in this thrilling historical mystery novel. Set against the backdrop of **1929 Weimar Berlin**, this gripping narrative combines elements of **crime**, **politics**, and the **seedy underworld** of the Roaring Twenties. When a car is pulled from the **Landwehr Canal** with a sordid secret inside, Detective Inspector Gereon Rath immerses himself in a **case filled with suspense**, unveiling a labyrinth of **cocaine** trafficking, **prostitution**, and **gunrunning**. Perfect for fans of historical thrillers, this book not only provides a feast of **debauchery and naughtiness** but also presents an unflinching look at a society rife with **political turmoil**, echoing the **populist movements** of today. The atmospheric writing vividly captures the **dark tones** and **menacing threats** inherent in this pivotal era. Now adapted into a major international television series, this novel promises to keep you on the edge of your seat with its unrelenting tension. Experience the evocative storytelling that gives life to an essential period in history and keeps readers enthralled from beginning to end. Get your copy today and explore the depths of **Berlin's dark past** that shaped a generation. Order now and enjoy swift delivery right to your doorstep.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781760527921
Year: 2018
Publisher: Allen & Unwin
Pages: 528
Description:
A GEREON RATH MYSTERY
'Political maelstrom, a populist right on the march -- sound familiar? . . . It's fabulous debauchery and naughtiness, a political maelstrom and a ticking timebomb.' The Guardian
1929: When a car is hauled out of the Landwehr Canal with a mutilated corpse inside, Detective Inspector Gereon Rath claims the case. Soon his inquiries drag him ever deeper into the morass of Weimar Berlin's 'Roaring Twenties' underworld of cocaine, prostitution, gunrunning and shady politics.
Now a major international television series
'Unrelenting in tension until an explosive climax; as well as delivering the thrills Kutscher captures perfectly in dark tones the menacing atmosphere and lurking threats of a unique -- and pivotal -- time and place in history.'
Craig Russell, author of the Jan Fabel series
'Twenties Germany in all its seedy splendour: impressive.'
Sarah Ward, author of In Bitter Chill
'Gripping, skilfully plotted and rich in historical detail.'
Mrs Peabody Investigates
'Evocative thriller set in Berlin's seedy underworld during
the Roaring Twenties.'
Mail on Sunday
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781760527921
Year: 2018
Publisher: Allen & Unwin
Pages: 528
Description:
A GEREON RATH MYSTERY
'Political maelstrom, a populist right on the march -- sound familiar? . . . It's fabulous debauchery and naughtiness, a political maelstrom and a ticking timebomb.' The Guardian
1929: When a car is hauled out of the Landwehr Canal with a mutilated corpse inside, Detective Inspector Gereon Rath claims the case. Soon his inquiries drag him ever deeper into the morass of Weimar Berlin's 'Roaring Twenties' underworld of cocaine, prostitution, gunrunning and shady politics.
Now a major international television series
'Unrelenting in tension until an explosive climax; as well as delivering the thrills Kutscher captures perfectly in dark tones the menacing atmosphere and lurking threats of a unique -- and pivotal -- time and place in history.'
Craig Russell, author of the Jan Fabel series
'Twenties Germany in all its seedy splendour: impressive.'
Sarah Ward, author of In Bitter Chill
'Gripping, skilfully plotted and rich in historical detail.'
Mrs Peabody Investigates
'Evocative thriller set in Berlin's seedy underworld during
the Roaring Twenties.'
Mail on Sunday