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Bare tre hus bortenfor politimannens hjem har en mann sittet død foran et flimrende TV-apparat i fire måneder. Ingenting tyder på at det ligger noe kriminelt bak dødsfallet. Viggo Hansen var et menneske som ikke ble sett, selv om han levde midt blant andre. Dødsfallet får ingen overskrifter i avisene, men noe ved saken ...more
Bare tre hus bortenfor politimannens hjem har en mann sittet død foran et flimrende TV-apparat i fire måneder. Ingenting tyder på at det ligger noe kriminelt bak dødsfallet. Viggo Hansen var et menneske som ikke ble sett, selv om han levde midt blant andre. Dødsfallet får ingen overskrifter i avisene, men noe ved saken ...more
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Jul 15, 2016
Magdalena aka A Bookaholic Swede
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The first book I read in this series was book Ordeal (book 10), so it was quite natural for me to read the previous book in the series since reading in opposite order is my thing apparently. Also, I wanted to know more about Line and her relationship with the FBI agent and more about the house that she had bought in book 10. So, reading this book felt like the right thing while I wait for book 11 to be translated into Swedish.
And, as with the previous book was this book just as entertaining to ...more
And, as with the previous book was this book just as entertaining to ...more
This was the best Wisting novel by Jorn Lier Horst that I've read so far (I think I've read 3). It was much, much better actually than #2-despite the length. The best aspect was in the rural settings depictions- those places and in that weather- they were 5 star. I'm seeing the skeletons of trees and miles of shapes in white myself right now. The rural here in Norway and Sweden was creepy, stark, and blight filled cement slab topped wells and tanks of 20 or 30 years' disuse. Ominous and
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In his latest novel to cross the language barrier into English, Horst dazzles readers yet again. With the holiday season upon him, William Wisting is taking account of the passing year and what is to come. After man's body is found in his own home four months after he's expired, Line Wisting seeks to personalise the man and bring her father up to speed. Both Wistings recollect the man as a neighbour from years ago, saddened that his isolation may have played a role in the delayed discovery.
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Excellently-translated (from Norwegian!) mystery by a writer with several in this series.
This is No. 5 in the William Wisting series, many of which have yet to be translated into English. I had a hard time finding a copy, finally locating this one in a large library system to which I belong. AND I had to WAIT for it. I did, was worth it.
William Wisting, police detective in a small Norwegian, semi-rural town, must deal with the death of a man found sitting in front of his TV set for about four ...more
This is No. 5 in the William Wisting series, many of which have yet to be translated into English. I had a hard time finding a copy, finally locating this one in a large library system to which I belong. AND I had to WAIT for it. I did, was worth it.
William Wisting, police detective in a small Norwegian, semi-rural town, must deal with the death of a man found sitting in front of his TV set for about four ...more
Jørn Lier Horst should write a book on how to write a great mystery series. He gets it right in so many ways; straightforward writing, emphasis on investigating the crime, not on-going character relationships. Riveting plots, likeable characters, beautiful scenery and thrilling conclusions. Secondary characters aren't developed much, which means you don't have to sit through a rehash of each character's history in each book. . On the other hand, the lack of development sometimes leads to plot
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I just love reading Nordic thrillers. Every time I get into reading slump they are right there to save me. Today I read this book in one sitting only making breaks for food and bathroom.
Captivating book from start to finish and probably my favourite from this author. Loved that there were two sides of the story intertwing and the ending was mind blowing. Now off to buy the next book in the series.
Captivating book from start to finish and probably my favourite from this author. Loved that there were two sides of the story intertwing and the ending was mind blowing. Now off to buy the next book in the series.
Chief Inspector Wisting is called in to investigate when a body is found decomposing under a tree in a Christmas Tree lot. His daughter Line is writing a story about a neighbor whose decomposing dead body was undiscovered for 4 mos. Both deaths connect to a serial killer wanted in America who has been on the run for the last 24 years. As Wisting and Line investigate their respective stories-and as the body count rises-he realizes that the two seemingly disparate deaths are connected and that his
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A really good police thriller. The story is based on an international mystery based around a seasoned detective and his journalist daughter. When a body is discovered at a Christmas tree farm, it is clear that it has been there for months. As the mystery unfolds it is clear that something dark and sinister is happening around people who are solitary and alone. This a great read and really captures the feel, the intimacy, and the vision of the culture. I can't wait until more of the Wisting
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The best of the William Wisting books published in English so far. This is a meticulously plotted thriller with genuinely chilling moments.
I tend to be a bit compulsive about crime novel series liking to want to read from book 1 in chronological order and whilst generally this allows the reader to learn about the characters and develop a relationship it can also mean the earlier novels sometimes are not as strong as the later ones, persistence is needed, and also important threads are missed and motives for characters actions unclear.
It's therefore enjoyable to pick up a book mid series for the first time and enjoy it as a stand ...more
It's therefore enjoyable to pick up a book mid series for the first time and enjoy it as a stand ...more
Finally the familiar setting and writing of the Scandinavian country. Also, finally, a novel without a time stamper the character's name on every chapter. This novel changed the scene and the perspective perfectly without using that ploy.
It's been a while since the last time I was able to immerse myself into that cold, desolate, open wilderness portrayal of the Scandinavia. As it turns out, yes, I agree with the author that Minnesota does resemble Norway. Maybe that's why I enjoyed Fargo and ...more
It's been a while since the last time I was able to immerse myself into that cold, desolate, open wilderness portrayal of the Scandinavia. As it turns out, yes, I agree with the author that Minnesota does resemble Norway. Maybe that's why I enjoyed Fargo and ...more
I'm butting in to the middle of a series again. Horst's fourth novel with his detective William Witling is perfectly readable. He spends a couple of pages at the start updating people like me on the domestic past of his key characters. Certainly that works well. As ever in these Nordic crime thrillers the setting plays a huge role. I don't see the urban settings working as well as the rural ones. For me Scandinavia needs to be bleak, cold and almost deserted.
The setting here is the south west ...more
The setting here is the south west ...more
Although parts of the book were predictable, I thought is was a fast paced, engaging crime novel. I liked the interface of Wisting with the other police agencies in solving the international murders. Line adds another interesting dimension.
Oct 11, 2017
Emily Best
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THIS BOOK IS FREAKING AWESOME.
Utterly creepy, totally wonderful. One you'll struggle to put down.
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Buff I don’t really know… The book is good, yes. It’s a story about loneliness and a serial killer, interesting and intriguing. At the same time it is, as acclaimed, similar to Jo Nesbo writing which in fact I don’t like. Too much thriller/action and third part of the novel I have to be worried about the main character that is constantly in danger. If you like this kind of feeling, then go for it. Just not my style maybe. And not to mention that the series is getting worse and worse. Again the
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I've read several of Jorn Lier Horst's books and have enjoyed them all - except for this one, 'The Caveman'.
A dead man is found sitting in front of his television set in Norway and it appears that he may have been dead, in that same state and position for several months. The questions are many. Was he the killer or the victim? Is he connected to a serial killer who was last heard from in the United States? How come no one found him sooner? If he is the serial killer, will he kill again?
All of ...more
A dead man is found sitting in front of his television set in Norway and it appears that he may have been dead, in that same state and position for several months. The questions are many. Was he the killer or the victim? Is he connected to a serial killer who was last heard from in the United States? How come no one found him sooner? If he is the serial killer, will he kill again?
All of ...more
Very good story, very entertaining. Nordic Noir at its best.
Main Characters were well fleshed out, immediately one became attached to the father and daughter detective/journalist team. The weather and combat as always plays its part and the concept of the caveman serial killer is one of not read before. Only the gratuitous coupling between an fbi agent and the journalist added nothing to the story line. But I guess sex has to be thrown in somewhere these days.
Main Characters were well fleshed out, immediately one became attached to the father and daughter detective/journalist team. The weather and combat as always plays its part and the concept of the caveman serial killer is one of not read before. Only the gratuitous coupling between an fbi agent and the journalist added nothing to the story line. But I guess sex has to be thrown in somewhere these days.
I bought this book in the summer on a second hand book market. I didn't know this writer yet, and thought, what would go wrong?
As it turned out later, nothing, I really liked the book, and I was quite amazed that I found yet another Norwegian writer that's amazing.
I liked the story, the characters. Sometimes I think I'll get bored of the lonely, grumpy detectives in these kind of crime novels. But nope, it never happens.
Wisting here, easily to like him, and nice dinamic with the other ...more
As it turned out later, nothing, I really liked the book, and I was quite amazed that I found yet another Norwegian writer that's amazing.
I liked the story, the characters. Sometimes I think I'll get bored of the lonely, grumpy detectives in these kind of crime novels. But nope, it never happens.
Wisting here, easily to like him, and nice dinamic with the other ...more
Two men have died at about the same time, but there appears to be nothing otherwise to connect them. One death, obviously a murder, sets off an investigation by William Wisting and his team. The other, the apparently natural death of a lonely man, sparks the interest of his journalist daughter. The plot, as each pursues their quest, is pleasingly complex and absorbing; only the coincidences and unnecessary 'suspense' episodes shovelled in as the story approaches its conclusion mar it slightly.
The Caveman was my favourite in the William Wisting detective series.
Set in Norway, Horst was a former police officer and his authenticity leaps off the page as we follow the daily grind of detective William Wisting through both his police and personal life.
If you like Nordic Noir and/or whodunnit books, this series is a must.
Set in Norway, Horst was a former police officer and his authenticity leaps off the page as we follow the daily grind of detective William Wisting through both his police and personal life.
If you like Nordic Noir and/or whodunnit books, this series is a must.
Unputdownable ...
Started and finished in one day and right till the very end, a reader is surprised by its outcome. The last few pages left me grinning. By then, all cases are solved but ... It started with a body of a lonely person found about 4 months after the person's death? It ends with one of the main characters, likely dwindling into a lonely person.
Started and finished in one day and right till the very end, a reader is surprised by its outcome. The last few pages left me grinning. By then, all cases are solved but ... It started with a body of a lonely person found about 4 months after the person's death? It ends with one of the main characters, likely dwindling into a lonely person.
Plus items:
- good plot, including maybe new characters in the series (FBI man will continue ?)
- no spoiler, but the author seems to include several "tips" that later will be misleading for the police (and you reader....)
- the "caveman" idea/ concept
Not so good:
- missed "development" of personal life of main characters
- good plot, including maybe new characters in the series (FBI man will continue ?)
- no spoiler, but the author seems to include several "tips" that later will be misleading for the police (and you reader....)
- the "caveman" idea/ concept
Not so good:
- missed "development" of personal life of main characters
By-the-book detective learns from an upstart reporter.
Simple story made compelling by ingenious plot and great characters. The author and detective rely on footwork, not high-tech magic. Love it!
Simple story made compelling by ingenious plot and great characters. The author and detective rely on footwork, not high-tech magic. Love it!
Loved it to bits and will definitely seek out more from the author in the future.
Most engaging crime novel I've read so far, but then again; I haven't read very many.
Most engaging crime novel I've read so far, but then again; I haven't read very many.
I read the English translation "The Caveman." I would probably have given this four stars had the translation been better. The translator appeared to have a limited command of English.
Read the English version of this novel which was not listed.
I read the paperback version in English. Great read!
No quirks for any of the investigators, no sense of humor or sarcasm or cynicism.
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Jorn Lier Horst (born in Bamble, Telemark 1970) is a former Senior Investigating Officer at the Norwegian police force. He made his literary debut as a crime writer in 2004 and is considered one of the foremost Nordic crime writers.
His series of mystery novels starring chief inspector William Wisting provides a detailed and authentic insight into how criminal cases are investigated and how it ...more
His series of mystery novels starring chief inspector William Wisting provides a detailed and authentic insight into how criminal cases are investigated and how it ...more
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