Igra smrti

Igra smrti

Oliver Pötzsch

Vienna, 1894. Young inspector Leopold von Herzfeldt investigates a series of gruesome murders linked to a mysterious game. Each clue leads to a new mystery and a deadly threat.

The Game of Death is a historical crime novel by Oliver Pötzsch that takes the reader to Vienna in the late 19th century, a city of opulent palaces, scientific discoveries, and dark secrets. Young inspector Leopold von Herzfeldt is faced with a complex case when a series of brutal murders shakes the city. The victims are connected by unusual clues that point to a mysterious game in which every move leads to a new crime.

In his search for the killer, Leopold joins forces with unlikely allies, including the gravedigger Augustin Rothmayer and his resourceful assistant Julia. Together, they uncover a web of lies, ulterior motives, and dangerous secrets that run deep into Viennese society. As the number of victims increases, it becomes clear that the killer is always one step ahead of the investigators, turning the investigation into a deadly race against time.

The novel skillfully combines crime suspense, historical detail, and psychological suspense. The atmosphere of old Vienna, intelligently designed plots and numerous unexpected twists create a story that keeps the reader in suspense until the very end. Game of Death is an excellent choice for fans of historical thrillers and crime novels filled with puzzles, intrigue and tense investigations.

Original title
Die Henkerstochter und das Spiel des Todes
Translation
Mario Režić
Editor
Danijela Žitković Rumbak
Graphics design
Janka Carev
Dimensions
21 x 13 cm
Pages
528
Publisher
Znanje, Zagreb, 2023.
 
Latin alphabet. Paperback.
Language: Croatian.

One copy is available

Condition:Unused
 

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