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A review by aritrigupta
Roseanna by Maj Sjöwall, Per Wahlöö
4.0
I really liked the book.
My previous ventures into Scandinavian crime novels this year featured a Van Veteeren and a Wallander - both of which were disappointing.
The story is set in the 60s, an interesting time with limited technology and forensics to aid the overworked detectives. The build was good, albeit a little slow at the beginning. I loved their methodical and relentless search for the perpetrator, the timely reveal of the murderer, and the just enough details of the characters besides Beck - this is exactly how the first book in a series should be. The stage was set up well, and I certainly want to read a bit more about Kollberg, Melander and certainly about Beck as he balances his work with his crumbling personal life.
My previous ventures into Scandinavian crime novels this year featured a Van Veteeren and a Wallander - both of which were disappointing.
The story is set in the 60s, an interesting time with limited technology and forensics to aid the overworked detectives. The build was good, albeit a little slow at the beginning. I loved their methodical and relentless search for the perpetrator, the timely reveal of the murderer, and the just enough details of the characters besides Beck - this is exactly how the first book in a series should be. The stage was set up well, and I certainly want to read a bit more about Kollberg, Melander and certainly about Beck as he balances his work with his crumbling personal life.