Tower of Fools

A Mystery in Vienna #2

by Shawn Kobb

A serial killer is preying upon students at the University of Vienna. American exchange student Jake Meyer is more concerned about putting his life back together than the tabloid reports of a killer on the loose. After the tragic death of his friend earlier in the school year, Jake wants nothing more than to return to the life of a typical college student. But when Jake’s study group decides to turn their class project into a profile of the murderer-at-large, they soon find themselves on the maniac’s hit list. Those closest to Jake quickly become pawns in a killer’s game, the rules of which are unknown. With the help of an American consular officer and an Austrian detective, Jake must struggle to unravel the mystery before it is too late.

291 pages, Kindle Edition

Published March 15, 2016

Reviews

[Jeannette · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the second book in the Mystery in Vienna series. You will want to read the first book before you embark on this one. There is just enough from that story that will make it important to understand this one. I probably should also add that I know the author, Shawn Kobb, and worked with him in Vienna while he was writing these books. That's not why I gave the book five stars!

I thoroughly enjoy this series. It is a bit narcissistic, but I love all the Foreign Service detail included. I want to read a series of books that follow Tess through her career. Shawn, you need to write that! The details about Vienna take me back to my time there and create such vivid pictures for me. As for the mystery, I had my suspicions early on. There were just enough twists and turns to make me think I might be wrong.

In fact, I love this series so much I bought both books in paperback and Kindle editions. If you really don't want to spend the $4/book for the Kindle versions, you can also read them free through KindleUnlimited. Have I convinced you to read them yet? I hope so.

[Madalyn · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was provided an advance copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. I really enjoyed "Tower of Fools," the sequel to the author's debut novel, "City of Ghosts." It kept with its predecessor's fast-paced thriller story arc. And, once again, Vienna's history and architecture are front a center, playing a starring role. I could not put this book down, wanting to see what twist or revelation was on the next page. If you're looking for modern day noir-style mystery mixed with culture and humor, this book is for you.

[Vickie Perce · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great read !

I would recommend this book for anyone wanting a well-paced and fascinating mystery. The setting in Vienna is filled with the color and bustle of that beautiful city as well as its history and secrets. I really hope that Kobb allows Jake to mature somewhat in each and every upcoming book.