Icarus by Deon Meyer
Icarus by Deon Meyer is a gripping South African crime thriller featuring the brilliant but troubled detective Benny Griessel. When a tech entrepreneur is found murdered in the dunes outside Cape Town, what appears to be a straightforward case soon spirals into a complex web of corruption, betrayal, and secrets buried deep within the wine industry and digital surveillance.
Meyer masterfully combines pacey plotting, psychological insight, and vivid South African landscapes in this atmospheric, character-driven police procedural.
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Perfect for fans of Michael Connelly, Jo Nesbø, and Tana French a must-read for lovers of international crime fiction and intelligent thrillers.
Why Icarus is a Must-Read:
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Riveting Mystery: A cleverly constructed whodunit with layered twists.
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Complex Characters: Detective Benny Griessel is compelling and flawed.
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South African Setting: Rich cultural and political backdrop.
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Thoughtful Themes: Explores guilt, addiction, and the impact of technology.
Memorable Quote (from the book)
"The truth is like the sun blinding, burning, and impossible to look at for too long."
Translation (Sinhala):
"සත්යය යනු හිරු වගේ අන්ධකාරයට, දැවීමකට, සහ දිගුකාලීනව බැලිය නොහැකි දේකට සමානයි."
Translation (Tamil):
"உண்மை என்பது சூரியனைப்போல் கண்ணைத் திழைக்கும், எரிக்கும், நீண்ட நேரம் பார்வையிட முடியாதது."
Availability at Booxworm.lk
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About the Book
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Title: Icarus
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Author: Deon Meyer
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ISBN: 9781444731811
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Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton
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Published Year: 2015
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Number of Pages: ~400 Pages (Paperback)
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Genre: Crime Fiction / Thriller / Detective Mystery
