About the book
#1 Sunday Times bestselling author
“Atmosphere, sharp intrigue, and a host of fascinating characters all combine to make this one the next addition to your keeper shelf.\" —Steve Berry, New York Times bestselling author
Fans of Philip Kerr’s Berlin Trilogy, Robert Ludlum, Andrew Gross, and William Christie can buckle down for an intense plunge into the darkest heart of war in #1 Sunday Times bestselling author Simon Scarrow’s blistering new World War II thriller.
As the Nazis tighten their chokehold on the capital, panic and paranoia fester as blackout is rigidly enforced. Every night the city is plunged into an oppressive, suffocating darkness—pitch-perfect conditions for unspeakable acts.
When a young woman is found brutally murdered, it’s up to Criminal Inspector Horst Schenke to solve the case quickly. His reputation is already on the line for his failure to join the Nazi Party. If he doesn’t solve the case, the consequences could be fatal.
Schenke's worst fears are confirmed when a second victim is found. As the investigation takes him deeper into the regime’s darkest corridors, Schenke realises danger lurks behind every corner—and that the warring factions of the Reich can be as deadly as a killer stalking the streets . . .
“Mesmerising. Nail-biting. Unputdownable. Utterly authentic and beautifully written.”
—Damien Lewis
“Taut and chilling—I was completely gripped.” —Anthony Horowitz, author of the Alex Rider series
Editions of Blackout
- Hardcover
- ISBN 9781496739735
- Paperback
- ISBN 9781496741431
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780786049318
- EBook
- ISBN 9780786049325
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#1 Sunday Times bestselling author
“Atmosphere, sharp intrigue, and a host of fascinating characters all combine to make this one the next addition to your keeper shelf.\" —Steve Berry, New York Times bestselling author
Fans of Philip Kerr’s Berlin Trilogy, Robert Ludlum, Andrew Gross, and William Christie can buckle down for an intense plunge into the darkest heart of war in #1 Sunday Times bestselling author Simon Scarrow’s blistering new World War II thriller.
As the Nazis tighten their chokehold on the capital, panic and paranoia fester as blackout is rigidly enforced. Every night the city is plunged into an oppressive, suffocating darkness—pitch-perfect conditions for unspeakable acts.
When a young woman is found brutally murdered, it’s up to Criminal Inspector Horst Schenke to solve the case quickly. His reputation is already on the line for his failure to join the Nazi Party. If he doesn’t solve the case, the consequences could be fatal.
Schenke's worst fears are confirmed when a second victim is found. As the investigation takes him deeper into the regime’s darkest corridors, Schenke realises danger lurks behind every corner—and that the warring factions of the Reich can be as deadly as a killer stalking the streets . . .
“Mesmerising. Nail-biting. Unputdownable. Utterly authentic and beautifully written.”
—Damien Lewis
“Taut and chilling—I was completely gripped.” —Anthony Horowitz, author of the Alex Rider series
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blackout about?
#1 Sunday Times bestselling author
“Atmosphere, sharp intrigue, and a host of fascinating characters all combine to make this one the next addition to your keeper shelf.\" —Steve Berry, New York Times bestselling author
Fans of Philip Kerr’s Berlin Trilogy, Robert Ludlum, Andrew Gross, and William Christie can buckle down for an intense plunge into the darkest heart of war in #1 Sunday Times bestselling author Simon Scarrow’s blistering new World War II thriller.
As the Nazis tighten their chokehold on the capital, panic and paranoia fester as blackout is rigidly enforced. Every night the city is plunged into an oppressive, suffocating darkness—pitch-perfect conditions for unspeakable acts.
When a young woman is found brutally murdered, it’s up to Criminal Inspector Horst Schenke to solve the case quickly. His reputation is already on the line for his failure to join the Nazi Party. If he doesn’t solve the case, the consequences could be fatal.
Schenke's worst fears are confirmed when a second victim is found. As the investigation takes him deeper into the regime’s darkest corridors, Schenke realises danger lurks behind every corner—and that the warring factions of the Reich can be as deadly as a killer stalking the streets . . .
“Mesmerising. Nail-biting. Unputdownable. Utterly authentic and beautifully written.”
—Damien Lewis
“Taut and chilling—I was completely gripped.” —Anthony Horowitz, author of the Alex Rider series
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Blackout?
Fiction > Historical fiction
Where can I read a sample of Blackout?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781496739735
How long is Blackout and how many pages does it have?
Blackout has 384 page(s)
Is Blackout part of a series, and can it be read as a standalone?
Yes it is a part of series A Berlin Wartime Thriller
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Blackout?
Simon Scarrow
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Blackout is available as hardcover(ISBN 9781496739735) and paperback(ISBN 9781496741431) and paperback(ISBN 9780786049318) and ebook(ISBN 9780786049325)
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