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Metropolis

Bernie Gunther 14
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Metropolis by Philip Kerr is a gripping tale set in 1928 Berlin, during a time of political tension and social upheaval. Detective Bernie Gunther investigates a series of gruesome murders targeting prostitutes and disabled war veterans. As he navigates the city's dark underbelly, he uncovers a world of corruption, deception, and moral ambiguity, offering a vivid portrait of pre-war Germany.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy gritty crime novels set in the atmospheric backdrop of 1920s Berlin, with a noir style that delves into complex characters and political intrigue. The narrative crafts a gripping mystery full of suspense and historical depth, perfect for fans of detective tales and vintage crime thrillers.

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Metropolis

Berlin detective Bernie Gunther bows out at last in the 14th and final instalment of this internationally bestselling and award-winning series featuring 'one of the greatest anti-heroes ever written'

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Berlin detective Bernie Gunther bows out at last in the 14th and final book of the Sunday Times and New York Times bestselling series. With an introduction by Ian Rankin.

'One of the greatest anti-heroes ever written' LEE CHILD

'One of the greatest master storytellers in English' ALAN FURST

Metropolis is set in Berlin, 1928, at the height of the Weimar Republic. Bernie is a young detective working in Vice when he is asked to investigate the Silesian Station killings: four prostitutes murdered in as many weeks, and in the same gruesome manner.

Bernie hardly has time to acquaint himself with the case files before another murder occurs. Until now, no one has shown much interest in these victimsβ€”there are plenty in Berlin who'd like the streets washed clean of such degenerates. But this time the girl's father runs Berlin's foremost criminal ring, and he's prepared to go to extreme lengths to find his daughter's killer.

It seems that someone is determined to rid Berlin of anyone less than perfect. The voice of Nazism is becoming a roar that threatens to drown out all others. But not Bernie Gunther's...

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Metropolis, the final entry crafted by Philip Kerr, showcases his meticulous research, bringing 1930s Berlin to vivid life amid the Weimar Republic's collapse. The book offers a gritty portrayal of its titular city, capturing the chaos before its fall into darker times, highlighted by Kerr's distinctive narrative voice. Characters like the memorable Bernie Gunther are praised for their complexity and depth, solidifying Kerr's legacy as a master storyteller.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781787473225

Publisher: Quercus Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 October 2019

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Quercus Publishing

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 36.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 279g

Pages: 400

About the Author

Philip Kerr has written over thirty books of which the best-known are the internationally renowned and bestselling Bernie Gunther series. The sixth book in the series, If the Dead Rise Not, won the CWA Historical Dagger. His other works include several standalone thrillers, non-fiction and an acclaimed series for younger readers, The Children of the Lamp. Philip died in March 2018, days before the publication of his 13th Bernie Gunther thriller, Greeks Bearing Gifts. He was made a Fellow of the Royal Society of Literature shortly before his death.

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