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ⓘ About Jakob Arjouni
The German writer Jakob Michelsen, would go under his pen-name of Jakob Arjouni, or Bothe, making a name for himself as a highly revered crime writer. During his time he would create a number of different novels, writing in a direct and straightforward style that really got to the heart of his subject matter. Writing about themes of race, something which affected him growing up, he would tackle difficult subject matter in a heartfelt and sensitive manner. Leaving behind a legacy, his work continues to be attract the attention of readers worldwide to this very day. Examining the various issues that faced contemporary German society, he managed to say something both real and profound through his work.
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Who is Jakob Arjouni?
The German writer Jakob Michelsen, would go under his pen-name of Jakob Arjouni, or Bothe, making a name for himself as a highly revered crime writer. During his time he would create a number of different novels, writing in a direct and straightforward style that really got to the heart of his subject matter. Writing about themes of race, something which affected him growing up, he would tackle difficult subject matter in a heartfelt and sensitive manner.
Which Jakob Arjouni series should I start with?
The best place to start is the Kayankaya series, the earliest of Jakob Arjouni's multi-book series: it opens with Happy Birthday, Turk! (1985) and runs to 5 books across 1985–2012, ending with Brother Kemal (2012).
How many books has Jakob Arjouni written?
Jakob Arjouni has 8 books catalogued in this guide, published between 1985 and 2012. 5 of them belong to 1 named series — the largest being the Kayankaya series with 5 books — and 3 are standalone titles, collections or anthologies.
In what order should Jakob Arjouni's series be read?
Read each series in publication order — the numbered entries in each series follow the year each book first appeared. Jakob Arjouni's series do not depend on one another, so they can be started in any order; by start date they are Kayankaya (1985–2012, 5 books).
How are Jakob Arjouni's books organised into series?
This guide splits Jakob Arjouni's 8 books into 1 named series and 3 titles that stand alone or appear only in collections: Kayankaya (5 books, 1985–2012).