Former investigator Alexander Blix has been released from jail after being acquitted for killing the man who murdered his daughter. And yet, the release and acquittal have done nothing to address his own personal guilt.
Needless to say he's no longer welcome at his old job with the police. Which doesn't keep someone from reaching out to confess about one of Blix's old cases.
Meanwhile, Emma Ramm has left journalism as well. But when the stepdaughter of a man accused of murder reaches out for Emma's help, she's intrigued. The case is a high profile one in part because no body has been discovered.
Oh, how I adore this series! Hørst and Enger work so well together and have created main characters you root for no matter what. I'd follow them through any story and wait anxiously for each new installment. They've never let me down with their excellent plots and breakneck pacing!
Alexander Blix and Emma Ramm have a long history, one that is touched on in each book but really hits harder if you've read the series in order.
I kind of hate seeing both of them beaten down, but it's this that makes them stand out. They're more real than the unbeatable, untouchable jaded police and PIs in so many thrillers. They've suffered great loss and they find solace in their friendship with one another.
Plus they're both damn good investigators.
The Blix and Ramm series isn't quite as dark as Lars Kepler, but if you're a fan of those, you're going to love Hørst and Enger. And it's perfect timing since it's officially #NordicNoirNovember!
The Victim is out now in the UK from Orenda. And for US readers, it'll be out in spring.
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Thanks for the blog tour support x
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