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In this sequel to The Hypnotist, Swedish detective Joona Linna re‑emerges to probe a series of murders that seem intertwined with a suspicious Swedish arms trade. The investigation crosses borders and delves into the darker corners of international crime, presenting a tense, mystery‑laden narrative that melds police procedural rigor with suspenseful thriller elements.
First publish date: 2012
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Police Procedural
Authors: Lars Kepler
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