In 510 BC, the Pythagorean Brotherhood—the most powerful and secretive community of its time—is about to choose a successor to the aging Pythagoras. Suddenly, a series of brutal murders begins. Each victim is a potential heir, and the killer seems to be mocking the very mathematical principles the Brotherhood holds sacred. 🏛️ Setting the Stage Crotone (Southern Italy).
Marcos Chicot originally self-published this book. It became a viral sensation on Amazon before being picked up by major publishers and becoming one of the best-selling Spanish historical thrillers of the decade. Reading Tips El_asesinato_de_Pitagoras_Marcos_Chicot.epub
Chicot spent years researching the era. You’ll learn about ancient politics, the Olympics, and daily life in 500 BC without it feeling like a textbook. In 510 BC, the Pythagorean Brotherhood—the most powerful
You don't need a math degree, but the story is much more rewarding if you enjoy "aha!" moments related to logic. 🏛️ Setting the Stage Crotone (Southern Italy)
The legendary philosopher, now old and fearing for his legacy.
The book uses real mathematical concepts (like irrational numbers) as central plot points. The "secret" that threatens the Brotherhood is actually a famous mathematical crisis from history.
If you enjoy this, Chicot has continued the "Killing..." series with The Killing of Socrates and The Killing of Plato .