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The Girl by the Bridge

By Arnaldur Indridason
Series: Detective Konrad
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The Girl by the Bridge by Arnaldur Indridason is a gripping crime thriller set in Iceland. The narrative intertwines past and present as it follows a detective investigating the mysterious death of a girl found by a bridge. As secrets unravel, the detective must confront haunting memories to uncover the truth behind the enigma.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy atmospheric crime novels set in Iceland, blending gritty mysteries with deep historical undercurrents. It offers a gripping storyline filled with suspense and complex characters, perfect for fans of psychological thrillers that explore the darker aspects of human nature.

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The Girl by the Bridge

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A new thriller from the bestselling Icelandic author of all time.

Over 18 million copies sold worldwide. The bestselling Icelandic author of all time.

'One of the greats of modern crime fiction' Sunday Times

When a young woman known for drug smuggling goes missing, her elderly grandparents have no choice but to call the retired Detective Konrad. Still looking for his own father's murderer, Konrad agrees to investigate the case.

But digging into the past reveals more than he set out to discover, and a strange connection to a little girl who drowned in the Reykjavik city pond decades ago recaptures everyone's attention.

A brilliant, chilling tale of broken dreams and children who have nowhere to turn.

'The undisputed king of the Icelandic thriller' Guardian

'An international literary phenomenon - and it's easy to see why. His novels are gripping, authentic, haunting and lyrical' Harlan Coben

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The Girl by the Bridge is praised for its dark brilliance, continuing in the intriguing style that Arnaldur Indridason is known for. The book features short, crisply written chapters that keep the narrative moving swiftly and maintain the suspense. The author expertly weaves together eerie elements, creating a superb piece of crime fiction that critics have commended.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781529116472

Publisher: Vintage Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 19 October 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Vintage

Contributors:

  • Translated by Philip Roughton
  • Translated by Philip Roughton

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 21.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 245g

Pages: 352

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Arnaldur Indridason Crime & Thriller Fiction General Fiction Penguin Books Series: Detective Konrad

About the Author

Arnaldur Indridason (Author) Arnaldur Indridason worked for many years as a journalist and critic before he began writing novels. His books have since sold over 20 million copies worldwide. Outside Iceland, he is best known for his crime novels featuring Erlendur and Sigurdur li, which are consistent bestsellers across Europe. The series has won numerous awards, including the Nordic Glass Key and the CWA Gold Dagger. The Shadow District - the first book in the Reykjavik Wartime Mystery series - won the Premio RBA de Novela Negra, the world's most lucrative crime fiction prize.

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