Vilmos Kondor (Books)

Vilmos Kondor Books

January 1, 1954

Vilmos Kondor crafts compelling noir mysteries set against the backdrop of tumultuous interwar Budapest. His distinctive style meticulously recreates the era's atmosphere while delving into the psychological depth of his characters, particularly the journalist Zsigmond Gordon. Kondor masterfully weaves together suspenseful plots with insightful observations on human nature and societal shifts. His works offer readers an engaging journey into the past, exploring timeless themes.

Budapest Noir

Vilmos Kondor

304 pages
11 hours of reading

3.7(815)Add rating

Zsigmond Gordon, a crime reporter in Budapest, is drawn into a complex investigation after discovering the body of a young woman with a Jewish prayer book. The case unfolds against the backdrop of a city grappling with political upheaval and crime, revealing the victim's shocking identity and connections to powerful figures. As Gordon delves deeper, he encounters a web of pornographers, crime syndicates, and Communist cells, ultimately exposing a conspiracy linked to Hungary's elite and their ties to Germany.