The Cuckoo
(Autor) Camilla LackbergDetective Patrik Hedström and Erica Falck are back, in an irresistible Scandi crime thriller for fans of Jo Nesbo and Lars Kepler. A community torn apart As a heavy mist rolls into the Swedish coastal town of Fjällbacka, shocking violence shakes the small community to its core. Rolf Stenklo, a famous photographer, is found murdered in his gallery.
Two days later, a brutal tragedy on a private island leaves the prestigious Bauer family devastated. A town full of secrets With his boss acting strangely, Detective Patrik Hedström is left to lead the investigation. Tensions rise threatening cracks in the team of officers at Tanumshede police station and pressure mounts as the press demand answers.
A reckoning in blood In pursuit of inspiration for her next true-crime book, Patrik’s wife Erica Falck leaves behind their three children and travels to Stockholm to research the unsolved decades-old murder of a figure from Rolf’s past. As Erica searches for the truth, she realizes that her mystery is connected to Patrik’s case. These threads from the past are woven into the present and old sins leave behind long shadows.
Camilla Lackberg
Camilla Lackberg is a Swedish author known for her bestselling crime novels. She has written numerous books in the genre of Nordic noir, blending suspenseful plots with intricate character development. Lackberg's most notable work is "The Ice Princess," the first book in her popular Fjällbacka series. Her writing style is characterized by its detailed descriptions, compelling storytelling, and ability to keep readers on the edge of their seats. Lackberg has made a significant impact on the crime fiction genre, becoming one of the most successful Nordic authors in recent years.
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