An Evil Eye

Name: An Evil Eye
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SKU: 9780571239900
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By Jason Goodwin

Series: Yashim the Ottoman Detective

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An Evil Eye by Jason Goodwin is set in the opulent and treacherous world of the Ottoman Empire. The story follows Yashim, a resourceful eunuch detective, as he navigates palace intrigues and dangerous secrets to solve a perplexing murder. While uncovering hidden motives, Yashim combines his exceptional sleuthing skills with an intimate knowledge of the empire’s culture, all the while battling the ever-present threat of betrayal.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy historical mysteries with a richly detailed setting in 19th-century Istanbul. Fans of intricate plots and atmospheric storytelling will find the blend of Ottoman culture and a gripping whodunit particularly engaging.

An Evil Eye

Fourth in the Yashim crime series, a delightfully rich novel with thrills, fast pace, colourful characters - and fantastic food!

An Evil Eye by Jason Goodwin is the thrilling new Yashim the Detective mystery.

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When the body of a Russian agent is found down a monastery well, Yashim knows exactly who to blame. Fevzi Ahmet Pasha, commander of the Ottoman fleet.

Years ago, when Yashim first entered the sultan's service, Fevzi Ahmet was his mentor. Ruthless, cruel, and—in Yashim's eyes—ultimately ineffective, he is the only man who makes him afraid. And now Yashim must confront the secret that Fevzi Pasha has been keeping all these years, a secret whose roots lie deep in the tortured atmosphere of the sultan's harem, where normal rules are suspended, and women can simply disappear.

Once again, Yashim and his friends encounter treachery and politics, played out against the backdrop of 1840s Istanbul.

Series: Yashim the Ottoman Detective

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An Evil Eye

By Jason Goodwin

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Reviews for An Evil Eye by Jason Goodwin highlight his ability to transport readers to an exotic setting, offering a rich and immersive experience. Goodwin is commended for his sharp prose, intricate plotting, and meticulous historical detail. He skillfully marries mystery with deep cultural insights, particularly through the use of evocative descriptions and mouth-watering recipes, while maintaining a strong sense of place and character. The novel is regarded as a compelling addition to the series, showcasing Goodwin's strengths as a historical mystery writer.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780571239900

Publisher: Faber & Faber

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 May 2012

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Faber & Faber

Edition: Main

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 19.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 240g

Pages: 304

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Crime & Thriller Fiction General Fiction Jason Goodwin Series: Yashim the Ottoman Detective

About the Author

Jason Goodwin is the author of two non-fiction books, The Gunpowder Gardens: Travels in China and India in Search of Tea and On Foot to the Golden Horn, which won the John Llewellyn Rhys/Mail on Sunday Prize in 1993. His first Yashim mystery, The Janissary Tree, became an international bestseller when it was published in 2006; it and its sequel, The Snake Stone, have been translated into over 40 languages. The third Yashim adventure, The Bellini Card, was published in 2008. Jason Goodwin lives in Dorset with his wife Kate and their four children.