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"Prussian Blue" is a historical detective novel written by Philip Kerr and published in 2017. As the twelfth installment in the Bernie Gunther series, the narrative follows the titular German detective as he navigates the complex political landscape of Nazi Germany. The plot alternates between 1939, where Gunther is ordered by Heinrich Himmler to investigate a suspicious death at Adolf Hitler's Berghof retreat, and 1956, where he faces threats while hiding on the French Riviera.
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Who is the main character in the spy novel Prussian Blue?
The story follows detective Bernie Gunther, a recurring protagonist in Philip Kerr's acclaimed historical thriller series. In this novel, he is sent to investigate a suspicious death at Adolf Hitler's mountain retreat.
What historical setting is used in Prussian Blue?
The espionage thriller takes place in 1939, just before the outbreak of World War II. Much of the plot unfolds at the Berghof, Adolf Hitler's actual mountain retreat in Bavaria.
When was Philip Kerr's Prussian Blue published?
Prussian Blue was published in 2017 as part of the popular Bernie Gunther book series. Philip Kerr was a master of blending historical facts with classic noir detective fiction.
What is the central plot of Prussian Blue?
Bernie Gunther is sent to the Berghof to investigate a suspicious death, navigating the deadly political machinations of the Nazi elite. He must solve the crime while trying to survive the treacherous environment of Hitler's inner circle.
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