A Cold Touch of Ice

A Cold Touch of Ice by Michael Pearce is a classic murder mystery published by HarperCollins Publishers Limited on September 7, 2017. This edition spans 222 pages and is presented in English. Set in Cairo during the early 1900s, the story follows Gareth Owen, known as the Mamur Zapt, as he investigates the murder of an Italian man in the city’s back streets, raising concerns about potential ethnic cleansing and the implications of weapons found in the victim’s warehouse.

Readers will find a narrative that delves into the complexities of loyalty and intrigue in a historical context. As Gareth Owen navigates the investigation, he encounters figures such as Trudi von Ramsberg and Gertrude Bell, whose true intentions in Cairo add layers to the unfolding mystery. The book intertwines elements of action, adventure, and police procedural, making it a multifaceted exploration of crime and allegiance in a tumultuous period.