I Was Jack Mortimer

"I Was Jack Mortimer" is a gripping novel that captures the atmosphere of Vienna between the World Wars. The story begins with a man who gets into the taxi of Ferdinand Sponer, intending to take him to the Hotel Bristol. However, before he reaches his destination, he is murdered. Although Sponer is not involved in the murder, he is inevitably drawn into the life of the deceased Jack Mortimer. As the police close in, Sponer finds himself entangled in a complex web of intrigue and secrets. This compelling and dark novel about identity theft comes from one of the most significant Austrian writers of the 20th century and offers an exciting read that keeps the reader captivated until the last page.