The Devil and the Dark Water

by Stuart Turton

First published 2020

In 1634, the world's greatest detective, Samuel Pipps, is transported to Amsterdam for trial. His loyal bodyguard Arent Hayes vows to prove Pipps' innocence. But as their ship sets sail, a dark force stalks the passengers, whispering impossible promises of death. With Pipps imprisoned, only Arent and a noblewoman named Sara can uncover the sinister secrets of the past that now threaten to sink them all. A thrilling high-seas adventure steeped in the supernatural.

Genres: historical-fiction, adventure, mystery, supernatural

Vibes: atmospheric, dark, suspenseful

Tropes: high-stakes, unlikely-allies

Setting: Amsterdam, Batavia

Period: 1634

512 pages · Paperback · Sourcebooks Landmark

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