Fifth Servant, The - Softcover

Wishnia, Kenneth J

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0061725382 ISBN 13: 9780061725388

Verlag: William Morrow Paperbacks, 2017

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Book by Wishnia Kenneth

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"In another's hands, the resulting novel might end up grim and pedantic, but Wishnia manages to turn the story into something Dickensian in its comic turns, richly drawn cast of characters, and plot twists."--Historical Novels Review on THE FIFTH SERVANT

"This fast-paced historical from Edgar nominee Wishnia (23 Shades of Black ) combines scholarly historical details that bring the 16th century alive with believable characters and a compelling mystery. Highly recommended for mystery lovers and fans of historical fiction. "--Library Journal on THE FIFTH SERVANT

"Powerful . . . A densely philosophical yet surprisingly witty historical mystery."--Booklist

"a compelling mystery"--Albuquerque Journal on THE FIFTH SERVANT

"The characters are distinct and thoughtfully created. The mystery and how it is unraveled make a compelling story."--Contra Costa Times on THE FIFTH SERVANT

"Whatever you are currently reading, I promise you it is not nearly as intelligent, witty, compelling or entertaining as The Fifth Servant by Kenneth Wishnia....Wishnia makes history come alive."--David Liss, author of The Devil's Company and The Whiskey Rebels

"The Fifth Servant proves that academia, wit, and compelling mystery may all be found in one book. And what a suspenseful, enthralling story this is--accessible and hugely entertaining, it is an astonishing novel."--Ken Bruen, author of Sanctuary

"Think Sherlock Holmes with a dash of Woody Allen. Philip Roth and Stephen King. Mystery plus comedy. Detective novel meets Yiddish folk tale. Then add a little history and you have Kenneth Wishnia's The Fifth Servant, a smart funny page turner that I hated to see end."--The Jewish Journal

"The Fifth Servant offers a unique blend of mystery and Talmud set against an intriguing historical background."--Linda Barnes, author of Lie Down with the Devil

"The richness of the setting of The Fifth Servant is matched by the complexity and appeal of its characters. With apparent ease Kenneth Wishnia makes solid and real the sounds, sights, and smells of a vanished and legendary time."--S.J. Rozan, Edgar Award-winning author of The Shanghai Moon

Reseña del editor:

To save his Jewish community in 16th-century Prague during the Inquisition, a young Talmudic scholar has only three days to discover who really killed a Christian girl found in the store of a Jewish shopkeeper, against whom the authorities have brought a blood-libel charge. Reprint. 20,000 first printing.

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• Verlag: William Morrow Paperbacks
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2017
• ISBN 10: 0061725382
• ISBN 13: 9780061725388
• Einband: Tapa blanda
• Anzahl der Seiten: 416