The Ottoman Secret
A thrilling exploration of power in an alternate history
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Penguin Books Ltd
Published:14th Nov '19
Should be back in stock very soon
Set in an alternate history, The Ottoman Secret follows investigator Kamal Agha as he uncovers dangerous secrets in a Europe dominated by the Ottoman Empire.
In The Ottoman Secret, readers are transported to Paris in 2017, a city steeped in the shadows of a history where the Ottoman Empire has dominated Europe for three centuries. Kamal Agha, a special investigator for the state police, finds himself navigating the treacherous waters of a regime ruled by a feared sultan. When a bizarre incident occurs—a tattooed, naked man appears by the Seine and commits murder—Kamal is thrust into a perilous investigation that will challenge everything he knows about loyalty, truth, and survival.
As Kamal delves deeper into the mystery, he uncovers a web of deceit that threatens to unravel the very fabric of the empire. The stakes are raised as he realizes that the secret he is chasing is not just a matter of personal safety; it is a revelation that could topple the sultan's regime. With danger lurking at every corner, Kamal is forced to confront his own beliefs and the implications of exposing the truth. The chase to uncover the hidden secrets of the empire becomes a race against time, where failure could mean death.
The Ottoman Secret is not just a thrilling adventure; it is a thought-provoking exploration of power, identity, and the lengths to which one will go to protect loved ones. As Kamal grapples with the weight of his discoveries, readers will be captivated by the intense narrative and the rich, alternate history that Khoury skillfully weaves throughout this gripping tale.
The best what-if thriller for a long, long time -- LEE CHILD
A tour de force in both storytelling and breadth of concept. It is story not just of an alternate history but a cautionary tale that directly impacts and reflects upon the struggles of our time and place. It is thrilling, disturbing, inspiring, and left me all too often in awe. This book will make you look at history-and your role in it-in an all new light. Be prepared to be forever impacted, forever changed. -- JAMES ROLLINS
A dystopian thriller that wears its smartness on its sleeve . . . will appeal to fans of The Handmaid's Tale . . . I suspect that this summer, you'll never be far from someone who has been claimed by The Ottoman Secret * Independent *
Alternate histories don't get much better than this thought-provoking mind bender... Superior and plausible worldbuilding matches an ingeniously imaginative conceit. This ranks as a classic of the genre. * Publishers Weekly *
The Ottoman Secret is a masterpiece. A compelling saga, on a grand scale, with food for thought on every fascinating page. It's a breath of fresh air, an alternate history firing on all cylinders that will stay with you long after finishing. A stellar epic. -- STEVE BERRY
A world-class writer of pure-bred thrillers * Daily Telegraph *
Raymond Khoury has created an alternative history tale that will blow your mind. A story strung along the centuries that is thoroughly engrossing and one you will long remember. -- DAVID BALDACCI
The real excitement in Khoury's complex multi-plot comes not from the thrills on the surface, but from the ideas underneath * The Wall Street Journal *
Alternate history...tons of adventure...this is real fun. Not just an intelligent, immersive thriller, but also a timely visit to a reality that easily could've been. So well researched and written it feels chillingly real. As thought-provoking as it is entertaining.
Alternative history yarns are still very much in vogue and Raymond Khoury has come up with a fine addition to the genre. * Weekend Sport *
ISBN: 9781405939614
Dimensions: 198mm x 131mm x 33mm
Weight: 395g
576 pages