Rich in sensuous detail, this first novel brilliantly captures the political and social upheavals of the waning Ottoman Empire, as the murder of a young Englishwoman in 19th-century Istanbul becomes the crux of an absorbing tale.
Kamil Pasha Series
Step into the world of a dedicated magistrate navigating the complexities of justice within the magnificent Ottoman Empire. This series immerses you in the political intrigue and societal dynamics of Istanbul during a pivotal era. Experience gripping tales of law, order, and the personal dilemmas faced by a man committed to upholding his duties. It's a captivating journey through historical courts and the pursuit of truth.
Recommended Reading Order
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The Ottoman Empire is plagued by thefts of antiquities from mosques and churches that, within days, appear for sale in Europe. Among them is a reliquary, presumed lost for four hundred years and around which an elaborate and mysterious sect has grown. In Istanbul, magistrate Kamil Pasha is under pressure to break the smuggling ring amid rising tensions between Christians and Muslims. He confronts a mysterious adversary who will stop at nothing to get the reliquary first. With the Balkans aflame and Kamil's personal life in upheaval, the search into the old neighborhoods where Istanbul's crime rings reside may cost Kamil not only his position but also his life.
