The Istanbul Puzzle
Laurence O'Bryan
Genre:
Mystery, Thriller
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Title: The Istanbul Puzzle
Author: Laurence O’Bryan
Genre: Thriller Mystery
Series: Puzzle series book 1 of 3
Publisher: Avon
Published Date: 2012
Book Length: 418
Format Read: E book purchased myself
Star Rating: 5***** I loved it and highly recommend
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About Book: Buried deep under Istanbul, a secret is about to resurface with explosive consequences…
Alex Zegliwski has been savagely beheaded. His body found in an underground archaeological dig, hidden beneath the holy temple of Hagia Sophia in Istanbul.
When Sean arrives in the ancient city to identify his colleague’s body, he is handed an envelope of photographs belonging to Alek and soon finds himself in grave danger. Someone wants him dead but why?
Aided by British diplomat Isabel Sharp, Sean begins to unravel the mystery of the mosaics in the photographs and inch closer to snaring Alek’s assassin. Evil is at work and when a lethal virus is unleashed on the city, panic spreads fast. Time is running out for Sean and Isabel. They must catch the killer before it’s too late.
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My Thoughts: The Istanbul Puzzle by Laurence O’Bryan is a gripping thriller and the first in the Puzzle series of three books. Right from the start, it’s hard-hitting and had me hooked instantly. The story is packed with history, intrigue, and so much more—seriously, why haven’t I read this sooner?
O’Bryan’s writing is absolutely mesmerizing. The historical elements are not only fascinating but woven so seamlessly into the story that I couldn’t bring myself to put the book down. His descriptions are vivid and compelling, making the settings and characters leap off the page. At the same time, he never loses sight of the mystery and danger that keep you turning those pages. It’s a real testament to his skill as a writer.
In short, this book has everything I love in a thriller: a gripping plot, richly detailed settings, and just the right amount of twists and turns to keep me guessing. If you’re a fan of mysteries with a historical twist, I can’t recommend The Istanbul Puzzle enough. I’ll definitely be reading the next books in the series soon!