Philip Kerr
Born: 02-21-1956
Philip Kerr was a Scottish author renowned for his historical thrillers, most notably the Bernie Gunther series set in Nazi and post-war Germany. Born in 1956, Kerr's background in law and philosophy at the University of Birmingham enriched his intricate plots. Before becoming a full-time writer, he worked in advertising. His works, characterized by meticulous historical research and gripping narratives, earned critical acclaim and a devoted readership until his passing in 2018.
Book summaries for books written by Philip Kerr
Quotes
In life, we all have to make some kind of accommodation with the devil.
Truth is, I was never really much of a hero. Just a man who knew how to keep his head down.
Sometimes it's the lies we tell ourselves that are the most dangerous.
Justice is a rare commodity in this world, but revenge is all too common.
The past has a way of catching up with you. No matter how fast you run.
Fear can make a man do terrible things, but so can love.
War changes people, but sometimes it's the peace that does the most damage.
There are some secrets that should remain buried, for the sake of everyone.
Forgiveness may be divine, but it's also the hardest thing to give.
People are never more dangerous than when they have nothing left to lose.
Hope is a fragile thing, easily shattered but incredibly resilient.
Hate can consume a man, but so can love. It's all a matter of choice.