Blood Ties

From the Sunday Times number one bestselling author Jo Nesbo comes an explosive stand-alone thriller that delves deep into family dynamics, loyalty, and the dark lengths people will go to in order to cling to power.

The story revolves around brothers Carl and Roy Opgard, who have carved out their success in life, albeit through sinister means. In the small, remote town of Os, they’ve killed their way to the top. Carl manages a lavish spa hotel, attracting outsiders and bringing a veneer of sophistication to the town, while Roy harbours ambitious plans to transform their humble surroundings with a sprawling amusement park.

Life seems good for the Opgard brothers, who enjoy their influence and affluence. However, their grip on power is threatened by the persistent pursuit of local sheriff Kurt Olsen. Believing he has uncovered new evidence linking Carl and Roy to several unsolved murders, Olsen is determined to bring the brothers to justice.

As Olsen closes in, the brothers must navigate a web of deceit and danger, uncovering long-buried secrets and testing the limits of their loyalty. Their past actions catch up with them, and Os’s body count rises, the stakes grow higher, leaving readers to wonder just how far they will go to protect each other and their dominion.

Blood Ties is a gripping, suspense-filled novel that masterfully explores themes of family, betrayal, and the relentless pursuit of power. Jo Nesbo's storytelling prowess keeps readers on the edge of their seats, delivering a tale of intrigue and moral complexity that will stay with them long after the final page is turned.