Indriðason, Arnaldur
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The Darkness Knows
Last seen in The Shadow District, detective Konrád is back for the launch of his own series. The award-winning Indridason has a long track record of writing grimly compelling Nordic crime thrillers, but this latest title moves at the pace of its retired protagonist. Konrád is often mired in his past, and there’s little suspense as he slowly pursues suspects in a decades-old murder.
PREMIUM
While not as dark as lndridason's previous works, this is a welcome addition from a master of the genre. [See Prepub Alert, 5/15/17.]
The Shadow District
While not as dark as lndridason's previous works, this is a welcome addition from a master of the genre. [See Prepub Alert, 5/15/17.]
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Strange Shores: An Inspector Erlender Novel
This chilling psychological thriller from an award-winning author is a treat for series fans but also works well on its own. (LJ 6/15/14)
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Reykjavík Nights: An Inspector Erlendur Novel
Readers of Nordic mysteries and police procedurals will devour the entire series, beginning with this book. [See Prepub Alert, 10/13/14.]
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Strange Shores: An Inspector Erlendur Novel
Having been absent in Indridason's previous two mysteries (Outrage; Black Skies), Erlendur's return will thrill fans. His doggedness and unconventional methods are in rare form. While series veterans get more insight on Bergur's disappearance, no knowledge of the backstory is required for full enjoyment of this satisfying mystery.
PREMIUM
Óli is an intricate character plodding through life and his cases. He's an average guy, someone whom the reader can identify with, and will become a favorite. Readers who enjoy Henning Mankell and Ian Rankin will be intrigued by this character. Although this is the eighth novel (after Outrage) in this series, it's fine for newcomers to start here. [Library marketing.]
Black Skies: An Inspector Erlendur Novel
Óli is an intricate character plodding through life and his cases. He's an average guy, someone whom the reader can identify with, and will become a favorite. Readers who enjoy Henning Mankell and Ian Rankin will be intrigued by this character. Although this is the eighth novel (after Outrage) in this series, it's fine for newcomers to start here. [Library marketing.]
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Operation Napoleon
Fans of Indriðason's detective stories may pick up this stand-alone thriller, but its greatest appeal will be to fans of international action, adventure, and intrigue.
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Hypothermia
Though not a typical police procedural in which Erlendur solves a crime with his team, this is highly recommended for fans of Indridason's previous mysteries and for lovers of Scandinavian crime fiction. [See Prepub Mystery, LJ 4/1/10.]
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