The Return by Håkan Nesser

321 pages first pub 1995 (editions)

fiction crime mystery dark mysterious slow-paced

Description

International Bestseller Chief Inspector Van Veeteren is forced to unlock the secrets of a nearly perfect murder in this taut psychological thriller.On a rainy April day, a body--or what is left of it--is found by a young girl. Wrapped in a blank...

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Community Reviews Summary of 160 reviews

Moods

dark 75%
adventurous 50%
mysterious 25%
reflective 25%
relaxing 25%
sad 25%
tense 25%

Pace

medium 50%
slow 25%
fast 25%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 100%

Strong character development?

No: 100%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 50% | Yes: 50%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 50% | Yes: 50%

Average rating

3.44

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