“The Colossus” is book one in Simon Wright’s “Red Scarf” series and is a cracking start to a story, set in dual timelines of Constantinople 1630 and England 2012. The prologue to the crux of the story set in Hungary 1566, reeled me in instantly, with Suleiman the Magnificent proclaiming on his deathbed, the importance of his heart becoming a holy relic so his reign can continue forever.  

 

Twists, turns, red herrings, plot against plot, jingoism and page after page of tense thrilling action, this book was a pleasure to read and knowing that a lot of the story is based loosely on true events (though fictionally created) the adventure seems all the more exciting. 

 

This book would be extremely adaptable for the big screen, I can already see traits of ‘The Mummy’ and ‘Indiana Jones’ in scenes, with the chase of so many factions seeking the relic. I can’t wait for the next book in the series “The Twin Rings”, I hope I don’t have to wait too long, as I’m already missing the adorable Emir and I would personally recommend this book to any aged, historical action fans. 

 

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