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In the midst of World War I, Swedish naval officer Lars Tobiasson‑Svartman undertakes a covert mission to take depth readings around the Stockholm archipelago. While executing his duties, he finds himself unexpectedly drawn to a young widow whose untamed spirit provides a sharp counterpoint to the reserved, traditional demeanor of his own wife. The narrative explores the tension between duty, personal desire, and the psychological complexities of wartime relationships against the backdrop of the sea.
First publish date: 2006
Genre: Thriller/Psychological Thriller
Authors: Henning Mankell
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