Isaac and Hattie are back and this time they are spending the summer with Isaac's grandfather, Ferdinand, in Florence. The plan is for lazy days around the pool, but no sooner have they stepped off the plane than this changes. With his grandfather being chased, they head to Ferdinand's friend's apartment in the city centre, where the police quickly arrive and arrest him, for it turns out that Ferdinand is also the Tarantula, a notorious thief. Under house arrest for stealing jewels from Cosimo de Luca's estate, Ferdinand reveals that Cosimo actually stole from him and has a necklace that belonged to Isaac's mother - although it is not worth much, there is great sentimental value attached to it. Determined to get it back and prove Ferdinand's innocence, Isaac and Hattie set out to steal the necklace back during the solar eclipse. But such a huge job requires a team of people and, as the team assembles, Isaac begins to wonder who he can trust.
Isaac Turner Investigates is a series I absolutely adore, not least for the visualization of the cities he visits and The Galileo Heist is no exception (you can read my reviews for the previous books in the series here: The Clockwork Conspiracy; The Forbidden Atlas). Having been to Florence a few years ago, I loved being able to picture the scenes unfolding in my head. The warmth of the summer sun, the piazzas and the famous landmarks of such a wonderful place which is steeped in history. I can understand why Sedgman chose it for the book: it really brings the plot to life - do make time to read the author's note at the end to enlighten you about Galileo and the museums of Florence.
For Isaac and Hattie, this is their third adventure together and their friendship continues to grow, but there are strains and I think it is good for readers to understand that friendships take work and commitment. Hattie remains a strong, independent t character, whilst we see Isaac grappling with the idea of loyalty and discovering things about his family he previously hadn't known ... his desire to regain the necklace... is it worth it? Who can he really trust?
Once again, the action builds as the plot unfolds and readers are drawn into a twisting tale that will keep them guessing. The high action finish is unputdownable and will sweep you through the streets of Florence in a whirlwind of action.
With breadcrumbs dropped at the end of the book, readers are teased with what is to come and I'm already excited for book for which is due for publication in February 2027.
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