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Anjaly Thomas Filed on April 8, 2021 To a crime writer, Istanbul is the perfect setting, having within it, the heat and atmosphere combined with the murderous appeal that complements violence. Istanbul is a city that has wooed writers of crime, travel, history, classics and romance for centuries, wearing audaciously on its sleeve an unexplained air of mystery and orientalism and providing the backdrop for books, movies and artistic creations. Many writers fictionalised their stories inspired by the city’s magical ambience and rich history, making the city their home, if not permanent, at least transient. The perfect crime setup I had come to Istanbul to see what I already knew then something happened. I was drawn into its mystery and gore glamourised by my favourite authors.

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