Karolina, or the Torn Curtain

In the sequel to "Mrs. Mohr Goes Missing," Zofia Turbotyńskas investigates a series of gang crimes, sex-trafficking, and corruption in 1895 Poland, challenging her beliefs and the injustices of her era.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 336 pages
\n Publication date: 22 July 2021
\n Publisher: Oneworld Publications
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A Brilliant Blend of Comedy and Crime


Olga Tokarczuk, the 2018 Nobel Prize in Literature winner, has crafted a captivating novel that has been shortlisted for the EBRD Literature Prize 2022. For fans of The Thursday Murder Club and Frank Tallis's Vienna Blood, this thrilling sequel follows the critically acclaimed Mrs. Mohr Goes Missing.


Easter, 1895, brings about the most significant event in the Catholic calendar, but it turns into a disaster in Zofia Turbotyńskas household. Her maid, Karolina, has unexpectedly resigned, and to make matters worse, she has gone missing. When Karolina's lifeless body is found, brutally violated, and stabbed, Zofia knows she must embark on an investigation.


Determined to unravel the truth, Zofia follows a trail that takes her from the impoverished districts of Galicia to the highest echelons of society. Along the way, she uncovers a web of gang crimes, sex-trafficking, and corruption that challenges her preconceived notions and forces her to confront the darker aspects of her own life.


Set against the backdrop of the women's cause, Karolina, or the Torn Curtain shines a light on the injustices and inequalities of its era and ours. With its lively narrative and vivid portrayal of turn-of-the-century Poland, this novel offers an enjoyable tale that is both fun and sparky. The glimpse of turn-of-the-century Polish manners and mores is beguiling, making it a captivating read for anyone who loves historical fiction with a twist.


Praise for the series has been pouring in, with The Guardian praising the sprightly narrative and the vivid evocation of turn-of-the-century Poland. Daily Mail describes it as "fun and sparky," while Sunday Express praises the story's fusion of high comedy with an evocative portrayal of the period.


Don't miss out on this captivating sequel!


Mrs. Mohr Goes Missing is available now, and Karolina, or the Torn Curtain is eagerly awaited by fans of comedy, crime, and historical fiction alike. Prepare to be transported to a world of mystery, intrigue, and unforgettable characters.

\n Weight: 292g\n
Dimension: 129 x 197 x 38 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781786079299\n \n