Dead of Night
Dead of Night by Simon Scarrow, published by Headline Publishing Group on August 17, 2023, is a historical thriller set in Berlin during January 1940. The narrative unfolds against the backdrop of Nazi Germany, where the regime’s grip on power is unyielding. The story begins with the shocking murder of an SS doctor, which is initially suggested to be a suicide. However, Criminal Inspector Horst Schenke discovers evidence that points to a meticulously staged crime, leading him into a web of danger and intrigue.
As Schenke delves deeper into the investigation, he uncovers connections to a child’s mysterious death, revealing a terrifying secret that threatens his life. This edition, comprising 352 pages, immerses readers in a world of suspense and political tension, exploring themes of crime and the moral complexities faced by individuals under oppressive regimes. The book presents a gripping exploration of the lengths one man will go to uncover the truth in a time of war.
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BERLIN. JANUARY 1940.
‘A seriously gripping story – an outsider hero in jeopardy, a world of brooding danger, and an entirely, terrifyingly believable denouement’ Owen Matthews
Germany has conquered Poland. The world is praying for peace. At home, the Nazi Party’s hold on power is absolute.
One freezing night, an SS doctor and his wife cheerfully return home from an evening out. By sunrise, the doctor will be lifeless in a pool of blood.
There is pressure to record the incident as a suicide, but the first evidence uncovered by Criminal Inspector Horst Schenke points to a chillingly staged murder. The investigation is swiftly blocked by Schenke’s superiors, but he can’t let it go. When he uncovers links to the mysterious death of a child, a terrifying secret begins to emerge.
In times of war, under a ruthless regime, there are places no man should ever enter. And Schenke fears he may not return alive . . .
‘A chilling and accomplished historical thriller’ Vaseem Khan
‘An absolute stone-cold page-turner’ S. G. MacLean
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