Death on the Brotherhood

Summary

The book «Death on the Brotherhood» by Boris Akunin is a series of ten detective novellas set during World War I. The main characters are Russian intelligence officer Alexei Romanov and his German adversary Josef von Teofels. Each novella is a standalone story where the protagonists engage in an intellectual duel, trying to outsmart each other. At the heart of the narrative are espionage intrigues, mysterious murders, and complex investigations, which the characters navigate using their analytical skills and intuition. The book combines elements of classic detective fiction and historical novel, creating an atmosphere of tension and intrigue.