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The Devil and the Dark Water

by Stuart Turton

2020 · 480 pages · Fiction

In 1634, the world's greatest detective, Samuel Pipps, is being transported to Amsterdam to face execution. Along for the voyage is his loyal bodyguard, Arent Hayes, who must solve a seemingly impossible mystery when a demonic symbol appears on the ship's sails and passengers begin to die. This atmospheric locked-room mystery blends historical fiction with elements of the supernatural and psychological suspense. It is a complex, genre-bending puzzle that keeps readers guessing until the final, shocking revelation on the high seas.

A well-known book with a dedicated readership.

Atmosphere: HistoricalVibe: IntensePacing: Fast-paced
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