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Was the legendary Belgian King Albert I the victim of an accident on 17 February 1934? Or was he murdered? In this historical thriller, secret agent Romain Goethals pushes the investigation to the very limit. As he searches for the answer to this question, the truth is being kept hidden. As a veteran of the First World War, he wants to do justice to his king. He immediately encounters obstacles, even sabotage, but nevertheless uncovers spectacular new clues. When the true culprits are revealed, he finds himself in grave danger.
Johan Op de Beeck has published six books on Napoleon and his era. He has also published highly acclaimed books on the origins of Belgium in 1830 and the history of kings such as the Sun King Louis XIV and the controversial king Leopold II. The French Revolution and Versailles are more recent books. The author has also published exciting historical thrillers, connecting the past with the present





Johan Op de Beeck regularly gives lectures on his books in Belgium and the Netherlands.
Johan Op de Beeck has created highly acclaimed radio series and podcasts for Klara (VRT – public broadcasting radio) and other podcast providers.