Jason Goodwin

Jason Goodwin is a British writer and historian, best known for his series of historical mystery novels set in the Ottoman Empire, featuring the detective Yashim.

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  1. 1. The Bellini Card

    An Investigator Yashim Mystery

    In "The Bellini Card," readers are transported to the 19th century, where the Ottoman Empire's intrigue and mystery set the stage for an enthralling historical mystery. The story follows the eunuch detective Yashim, who is tasked with a delicate mission by the Ottoman Sultan: to find a lost painting by the renowned Renaissance artist Bellini. The quest leads Yashim to Venice, a city as enigmatic and layered as the mystery he seeks to unravel. Amidst the city's canals and fading grandeur, Yashim navigates through a labyrinth of deceit, danger, and historical secrets, relying on his wit and resourcefulness. The novel masterfully blends historical facts with fiction, offering readers a vivid glimpse into the past while keeping them engrossed in the suspense and intrigue of the detective's journey.

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