Jo Nesbø
Jo Nesbø is the most internationally successful Norwegian crime writer, whose Harry Hole series features a flawed, alcoholic Oslo detective tackling serial killers and corruption. His novels are distinguished by their technical plotting sophistication, dark atmosphere, and willingness to place their protagonist in genuine jeopardy. He has sold over 50 million books worldwide.
Works
- The BatPolice detective investigates serial killer in Oslo Norway
- CockroachesDetective hunts serial killer operating in Scandinavian city
- The RedbreastDetective investigates murder linked to wartime Norwegian past
- NemesisDetective seeks revenge against man responsible for past trauma
- The Devil's StarSerial killer plays game with detective in Norwegian thriller