THE DUEL MAREK KRAJEWSKI

Transport yourself to the dark Breslau of the early 20th century, where Eberhard Mock, the son of a shoemaker, takes his first steps into the abyss. From the university walls to the dirty alleys of the city, his life revolves between studying Latin and seeking solace in beer and the arms of prostitutes. When a series of lecturer suicides shake the Faculty of Philosophy, and a mysterious Russian woman enters his life, Mock discovers that evil lurks everywhere.

• Engaging plot full of suspense and twists
• Dark atmosphere of Breslau in the early 20th century
• Expressive characters that are memorable
• Fascinating mystery that keeps you in suspense until the end
• Excellent prose by Marek Krajewski
• Ideal reading for lovers of retro crime novels

Marek Krajewski, author of sixteen bestselling crime novels, classical philologist, laureate of prestigious literary and cultural awards. His novels transport the reader to the dark world of pre-war Breslau, where evil lurks at every turn. A lover of Stoic philosophy and an avid reader of Marcus Aurelius, Krajewski combines elements of crime, thriller and historical novel in his books.

"The Duel" is the first part of the Eberhard Mock series, in which we meet the young hero who takes his first steps in the world of crime and intrigue. The novel takes us to Breslau in 1905, where Mock, a university student, becomes entangled in a series of mysterious suicides. Entering a path from which there is no return, he must face his own demons and discover the truth that could destroy him.

The book has 400 pages and a format of 14x20.5 cm. Published in 2018 by Znak Publishing House in paperback. It is an ideal offer for lovers of retro crime novels who appreciate an engaging plot, a dark atmosphere and expressive characters. Get to know Eberhard Mock and let yourself be swept into the vortex of crime and intrigue in pre-war Breslau!