About this book
A Modern Wizard by Rodrigues Ottolengui invites listeners into a riveting 19th-century courtroom mystery where law, science, and human drama collide. Set in the spring of 1873, Ottolengui’s novel follows the Dudley & Bliss law firm as a high-stakes criminal trial unfolds, pitting eloquent prosecution against a defense that must unravel baffling testimony and uncanny "wizardry." Blending legal thriller and detective fiction, the story weaves courtroom rhetoric, investigative tenacity, and the era’s budding forensic science—complete with medical oddities and a mysterious toxin—into a taut, atmospheric narrative.
Rich with period detail, A Modern Wizard captures Gilded Age attitudes toward justice, professional integrity, and scientific progress. Ottolengui’s crisp pacing and moral focus spotlight the tension between human fallibility and the search for objective truth, while secondary threads explore romance, loyalty, and the social mores of the late 19th century.
Perfect for fans of historical mystery and courtroom drama, this audiobook will appeal to listeners who enjoy cerebral investigations, early forensic intrigue, and vividly drawn Victorian settings. Tune in for a classic crime story that rewards attention and curiosity.
