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Guilt

Department Q 4
By Jussi Adler-Olsen
Series: Department Q
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Guilt by Jussi Adler-Olsen delves into a gripping mystery involving Department Q, a Copenhagen-based cold case division led by the enigmatic Carl Mørck. The novel uncovers a dark and intricate plot as Mørck and his team pursue justice, exploring themes of hidden pasts and moral complexity without revealing the perpetrators. The story weaves a suspenseful narrative, delivering unexpected twists and engaging character dynamics.
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This gripping piece of general fiction might captivate you if you're drawn to Scandinavian crime stories filled with suspense and complex characters. It weaves an intricate narrative that explores themes of guilt, redemption, and justice, offering a thrilling experience for those who enjoy psychological depth and engaging mysteries.

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Nete Rosen thought she'd put her traumatic youth behind her. Her caring foster parents and loving husband helped her start again. However, when a man from her past reappears one night, Nete's new life could be shattered. But she won't be drawn back into that nightmare - she won't be a victim again... 2010.

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The international bestseller - over 10 million copies sold.

Guilt tells the gripping story set in two timelines:

1987: Nete Rosen thought she'd put her traumatic youth behind her. Her caring foster parents and loving husband helped her start again. However, when a man from her past reappears one night, Nete's new life could be shattered. But she won't be drawn back into that nightmare - she won't be a victim again...

2010: Detective Carl Mørck from Copenhagen's cold case division is looking into the disappearance of Rita Nielsen, an escort agency owner. The investigation reveals that Rita is only one piece of the puzzle. Because this is not a one-off incident - but part of a disturbing pattern which has been hidden from prying eyes for over twenty years...

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The Times has praised Jussi Adler-Olsen as the new prominent figure in Nordic Noir and described Guilt as grippingly different. The Sunday Express found it engrossing, while BBC Radio 2's Claudia Winkleman Arts Show suggested it's perfect for fans of The Killing, likening it to a captivating addiction.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781405909785

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 27 February 2014

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Books Ltd

Contributors:

  • Translated by Martin Aitken
  • Translated by Martin Aitken

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 37.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 398g

Pages: 592

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About the Author

Jussi Adler-Olsen was born in Copenhagen and worked as a magazine editor and publisher before starting to write fiction. Buried is the fifth novel in the Department Q series, following on from Redemption, Disgrace, Mercy and Guilt. He holds the prestigious Glass Key Award, given annually for a crime novel by a Scandinavian author, and is also winner of the Golden Laurels, Denmark's highest literary accolade.

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