Die Ludwig-Verschwörung (German Edition)
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Not Enabled Screen Reader: This fun introduction made me curious, and now I need to find out more about what really happened to King Ludwig II. So, story lines past and present as Steven Lukas, an antiquarian book dealer in Munich, discovers the diary kept by Ludwig's physician's assistant. The theory is plausible and there are many who believe that Ludwig was murdered Please note that these ratings solely represent the complete review 's biased interpretation and subjective opinion of the actual reviews and do not claim to accurately reflect or represent the views of the reviewers. Amazon Giveaway allows you to run promotional giveaways in order to create buzz, reward your audience, and attract new followers and customers.
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The thrust of this novel seems to be sympathetic to King Ludwig but it just doesn't work. He still comes across as a feckless lunatic or fool who abdicated his duties and responsibilities until he lost his crown and his life. His problems were of his own making not because of some conspiracy.
Those who opposed the King could not have been successful if Ludwig had done his duty and lived up to his responsibilities. I have been fascinated by the death of King Ludwig the second since a trip to Germany about four years ago and while this is a fictional book, many of the facts are true and the story is interesting if a bit predictable. Ludwig was the last castle builder in his country and it seemed that he was more focused on creating a world that had already past, rather than governing his country.
So was he mad? In this tale, it's because of his refusal to rule and the financial ruin he was put I have been fascinated by the death of King Ludwig the second since a trip to Germany about four years ago and while this is a fictional book, many of the facts are true and the story is interesting if a bit predictable. In this tale, it's because of his refusal to rule and the financial ruin he was putting the country in that appears to have driven many of the acts that lead to his death.
And could you fault his ministers in that? Oliver Potzsch has created a creditable situation and story. The characters are OK I didn't think the heroes were drawn as well as the scenes and the villain -- truly a memorable adversary -- but still a good read. Jan 28, Billie rated it it was amazing Shelves: Awesome story from a great writer. SO different from the "Hangman's Daughter" series It definitely made me want to learn more about Ludwig the Second and all the conspiracies surrounding his death.
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Sep 12, Ryan rated it it was ok. Despite how the pages smelled, Potzsch failed to truly captivate me with this pretty basic tale. Ever read a Dan Brown book? Good then you get the formula. Instead of Robert Langdon professor we have Steven Lukas, antiquated book seller. Add initial intrigue, mystery, a scary and formidable evil thug, and a plot that revolves around an interesting character and events of history and we are off to the Lost The Ludwig Conspiracy Oliver Potzsch Read it in Hardback at pages, they smelled wonderful.
Add initial intrigue, mystery, a scary and formidable evil thug, and a plot that revolves around an interesting character and events of history and we are off to the Lost Symbol…wait, I mean the Ludwig Conspiracy.
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The last Bavarian monarch was an interesting guy, and probably legitimately crazy. He was spending vast amounts of money on what his constituents believed to be a complete waste of money. These things we know to be true. At some point though the vassalages of power switched to the various more modern establishments and Ludwig was headed straight down the path of disposition. It is never easy to dispose of royalty and the means in which it was done are still hazy to this day. These hazy bits are the vehicle used to propel the story. Lukas is sitting in his abandoned book shop enjoying a book when all hell breaks loose, through some hazy circumstances he finds himself in the possession of the plausible one true source, a diary, of the events directly leading up to the disposition and events that happened after Ludwig had been captured.
Of course there is more to the story, but you get the idea. Lukas has to run about the country decoding the journal and advancing the plot to the next big discovery. Along the way lays danger, intrigue, love, and everything else you would expect in a Dan Brown book. Potzsch is capable but obviously looking to a well-established formula for some success. While I am fascinated by Ludwig, the castles that he built in the era he built them, and the general state of affairs of Bavaria in the late 's; the story was forgettable and the puzzles that his characters face where not all that interesting to me.
Nice try Potzsch but I'll refrain from your future work until I see something more original come from your type writer. Jul 31, Kathy rated it really liked it. So when I discovered the galley to his new historical thriller, I jumped at the chance to read it. It did not disappoint. So much so I stayed up too late reading it. I like the way he combines the present with the past, and fact with fiction. Steven finds an encoded diary by a confidant of Mad King Ludwig, the one whose beautiful castles inspired Walt Disney and draw thousands of tourists every year.
This diary may explain the mysterious death of Mad King Ludwig, but it comes with a lot of baggage, including people who will do anything to possess it, including murder. However the professor outsmarted his torturers and left it in a Munich antiquarian book shop. Its owner, Steven Lukas, discovers it, but as he begins to decode the diary he discovers how dangerous the past can be.
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He meets the beautiful art detective, Sara Lengfeld, who helps him in his journey to decipher this old text. Every step of the way they have strange and scary people following them.
They race to discover the clues that will unlock the diary without losing their lives. I enjoyed the back and forth between the present and past. Not only did I get a contemporary page turner, I got a historical one as well. Potzsch makes good use of the history and legend of King Ludwig to come up with a thrilling story of how and why King Ludwig died and why his mysterious death continues to fascinate to this day.
And I can't wait. Oct 03, Andrea Larson rated it it was ok. The Ludwig Conspiracy has a terrific premise: Part of the issue may have been the translation: Some of the character interactions seemed forced, too, like the budding romance between the two protagonists. In short, it's a good story with a mediocre execution.
As a fan of Dan Brown and Steve Berry's richly detailed adventure novels involving historical puzzles, I enjoyed this book immensely. It helps that it's narrated by Simon Vance--I'd listen to almost anything he reads!
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He's also called the Fairy Tale king for his wonderfully picturesque castles, all of which I've visited, a fact that made this all the more intriguing. So, story lines past As a fan of Dan Brown and Steve Berry's richly detailed adventure novels involving historical puzzles, I enjoyed this book immensely. So, story lines past and present as Steven Lukas, an antiquarian book dealer in Munich, discovers the diary kept by Ludwig's physician's assistant.
It's in code, which Lukas carefully deciphers aided by art historian Sara Lengfeld --and suddenly they're being pursued by more than one sinister group, intent on murdering them for the diary. The parallels to Brown are obvious, as is the similarly slapdash prose. But if you enjoy this kind of story, you'll find much to appreciation in this exploration of an interesting historical puzzle.
An afterword explains the liberties Poetzsch took with the history. The scenery alone would make a great movie! Aug 28, John Bradford rated it really liked it. I will admit that part of the reason I enjoyed this book so much was that I had visited Munich the month before and I found myself reading for places I had visited.
I wished I had read it before I went to Munich because it would have helped me target some great places to visit. That being said, I have enjoyed Oliver Potzsch's series in the past and while this was a departure from his usual series, it was still enjoyable. The puzzle was not on par with some of Dan Brown's books, but it was still I will admit that part of the reason I enjoyed this book so much was that I had visited Munich the month before and I found myself reading for places I had visited.
The puzzle was not on par with some of Dan Brown's books, but it was still intriguing. I also enjoy getting some kind of knowledge when I read a book written purely for entertainment, and I learned a little more of German history upon finishing this novel. The story explores the mysterious death of Ludwig II, and a diary is the key to solving this mystery. It falls into the hands of an innocent bookseller named Lukas, who finds himself on the run from some menacing characters for reasons he does not know.
With the help from an art detective, Sara Lengfeld femme fatale, maybe??? I've read several of Oliver Poetzsch's books--this one was as good as the others. Would people be interested in Ludwig if they knew the real story? Or is he so popular because it's so mysterious?
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Da I've read several of Oliver Poetzsch's books--this one was as good as the others. Feb 14, Jennifer rated it it was ok Shelves: I have to say that I'm mildly disappointed by this latest from Potzcsh. I adore the Hangman's Daughter series, which offers characters to care about, a plot that at least keeps you interested in the fate of the characters, and plenty of well-detailed history.
Not quite so with The Ludwig Conspiracy. The modern characters are flat and expected bookish male protagonist, assertive female protagonist , I have to say that I'm mildly disappointed by this latest from Potzcsh. The modern characters are flat and expected bookish male protagonist, assertive female protagonist , and the villains are over-the-top unbelievable.
Maybe I need to understand German history better, but I can't believe anybody would still need to protect a year defunct monarchy with murder. The historical sections weren't much better. I learned that even though Ludwig might not have been crazy, but he sure was a crappy king who couldn't be bothered with the real problems that affected his people. The whole thing might have been more palatable had it been about pages shorter.
But, alas, for a conspiracy thriller wannabe, it wasn't a page turner. Oct 22, Trish rated it really liked it. But, also like the other books, the historical research shown by the story is fascinating. And this book has an interesting discussion regarding what is madness? The Mad King, Ludwig and his personal physician were found dead next to each other in water waist deep. This alone should have raised questions but didn't expect for a few who knew the secret and they weren't telling until now hundreds of years later after the Mad King was deposed in Now a rare book store owner who up to a few days ago wanted to be left alone with his books and not be bothered by the outside world has his own world turned upside down.
His store is ran sack by petty criminals then they come back for him and threaten to burn down his store unless he gives them what they want. He is not sure what he has in the carrier case that is so vital until. Dec 03, Christie Sjolin rated it it was ok. I was really looking forward to this book because it has many of the things I enjoy in an escapist novel: At first I thought it was just a bad translation--or a coincidence that all of the characters were "six feet tall"--but the translator alone cannot be blamed for clumsy romances that appear suddenly and just feel forced.
What is the secret that King Ludwig took to his grave? You will have to read the book to find out. The Ludwig Conspiracy captures your attention from the very beginning. Oliver Potzsch draws you in to the story, and keeps it engaging by dropping new clues along the way. The details Potzsch shares about Bavarian history are fascinating. Much of German history is still new to me. As I said, the book is lively, and people seem to run from one thing to the next with very little rest I never understood that in books or movies… I need my sleep!
This fun introduction made me curious, and now I need to find out more about what really happened to King Ludwig II.