victory's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
soderholmirina's review against another edition
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
buggyjae's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
romireads's review against another edition
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
jmatkinson1's review against another edition
4.0
When Bernhardt Clausen, a prominent politician, dies of a heart attack no-one is surprised but when millions in foreign currency is discovered in his cabin that becomes a case for William Wisting. Whilst investigating this Wisting also becomes aware of an anonymous tip linking Clausen to a missing person case from the same time as the money is dated. Making a quick deduction the police realise that the money is from an armed robbery at Oslo Airport, unsolved until now. However as Wisting and his journalist daughter Line start asking questions it's clear that the robbers are keen to get the money.
This is a fast-paced and solid Scandic-crime novel. Wisting and his team are not really developed characters but in the context of the plot that is no big thing. There are a couple of twists in the narrative but none of overtly surprising and they make complete sense in the context. Horst has written an enjoyable novel which sits neatly in its genre without being outstanding.
This is a fast-paced and solid Scandic-crime novel. Wisting and his team are not really developed characters but in the context of the plot that is no big thing. There are a couple of twists in the narrative but none of overtly surprising and they make complete sense in the context. Horst has written an enjoyable novel which sits neatly in its genre without being outstanding.
layanq's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
thebooktrail88's review against another edition
4.0
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There’s always something chilling about Nordic thrillers and this series has cold cases galore through them which makes them even chillier. These are cases which were never solved or which still have unanswered questions attached. The author is a former police investigator as well which adds to the novels appeals even before you start.
This case is about the murder of a politician who has a cabin tucked away in the woods. When this is looked into, they find a stash or two of cash. And when I say stash, I mean Huge pile. Matters get complicated when they look into the case more and it appears to involve a hiker who went missing….There’s more threads than a broken spiders web, but Horst being the master he is, slowly winds them around and around until you are trapped and sucked into the centre of the plot.
The interesting thing about this series – well there are many – but the main one for me is that the lead detective is…well just your average guy. He hasn’t come from a broken home or an ex-wife and nor does he have a bottle in his hand. He has his issues yes, but the focus is on the investigation and what he can bring to the case. Add Wisting’s daughter, Line, and the story takes on a very interesting dimension.
A crime novel which focuses on the crime (s) and not the alcoholic lead is always going to win in my eyes. This one has added depth and texture I really enjoy. This is a real puzzle that takes you around some icy places in and around Oslo. From the high echelons of power to the inner city gangs, this is quite the ride!