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The Troubled Man
A Kurt Wallander Mystery
Series: Kurt Wallander
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Every morning Håkan von Enke takes a walk in the forest near his apartment in Stockholm.
The final Kurt Wallander Mystery - and the first new Wallander novel for a decade
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The Troubled Man is the last gripping instalment in Henning Mankell's bestselling Wallander series, offering an intense mix of suspense, mystery, and personal reflection.
Every morning, Håkan von Enke takes his routine walk in the forest near his apartment in Stockholm. But one day, he mysteriously fails to return home. Although Detective Kurt Wallander is not involved officially in the case, Håkan's son is engaged to Wallander's daughter, Linda, drawing him into the crisis.
A few months prior, Håkan was eager to discuss with Kurt a controversial incident from his past, a topic that seemed to be troubling him deeply. Could this unresolved matter be connected to his sudden disappearance? Wallander's curiosity—and familial connection—compel him to investigate.
The situation takes a darker turn when Håkan's wife also goes missing. Determined to uncover the truth, Wallander delves into the investigation, which forces him to confront unsettling aspects of his own past. The pursuit of answers leads him to realise that even those closest to us might conceal unknown facets of their lives.
The Troubled Man not only delivers a complex and thrilling mystery, but also brings readers on an emotional journey with Wallander as he reconciles his professional drive with personal revelations. It is a poignant conclusion to the Wallander series, highlighting Mankell's mastery in crafting compelling crime fiction imbued with human vulnerability and introspection.
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The Troubled Man by Henning Mankell is praised as a magnificent and heartbreaking tale that delves into despair and darkness. It is lauded for its twisted and exciting plot, reminiscent of Le Carré thrillers. Reviewers highlight its effectiveness as a final chapter for the fretful policeman, leaving readers longing for more while acknowledging it would be hard to surpass this tale of murder and loss.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9780099548409
Publisher: Vintage Publishing
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 16 February 2012
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Vintage
Contributors:
- Translated by Laurie Thompson
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 30.0mm
Width: 129.0mm
Height: 198.0mm
Weight: 351g
Pages: 512
About the Author
Henning Mankell (1948-2015) became a worldwide phenomenon with his crime writing, gripping thrillers and atmospheric novels set in Africa. His prizewinning and critically acclaimed Inspector Wallander Mysteries continue to dominate bestseller lists all over the globe and his books have been translated into forty-five languages and made into numerous international film and television adaptations- most recently the BAFTA-award-winning BBC television series Wallander, starring Kenneth Branagh. Driven by a desire to change the world and to fight against racism and nationalism, Mankell devoted much of his time to working with charities in Africa, including SOS Children's Villages and PLAN International, where he was also director of the Teatro Avenida in Maputo. In 2008, the University of St Andrews conferred Henning Mankell with an honorary degree of Doctor of Letters in recognition of his major contribution to literature and to the practical exercise of conscience. www.henningmankell.com
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