Blood on Snow

Name: Blood on Snow
Brand: Vintage Publishing
SKU: 9781784703820
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By Jo Nesbo

3.55

( 32,456 ratings, 3,034 reviews)

Summary

Blood on Snow by Jo Nesbo is a gritty crime novel set in 1970s Oslo. It follows Olav, a hitman with a unique moral compass, as he navigates a world of violence and betrayal while dealing with a dangerous assignment that makes him question his choices and alliances. The story delves into his inner struggles and the complexities of his profession.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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You might enjoy this book if you are drawn to gritty crime thrillers with complex characters and a fast-paced plot. Set in the dark underbelly of Oslo, the story follows a hitman's dangerous entanglements, blending suspense and moral dilemmas that keep you hooked until the end.

Blood on Snow

Olav lives the lonely life of a fixer. When you 'fix' people for a living - terminally - it's hard to get close to anyone. Now he's finally met the woman of his dreams. But there are two problems. She's his boss' wife. And Olav's just been hired to kill her.

From the bestselling author of the Harry Hole series, comes a short, sharp shock of a thriller. Blood on Snow: Drugs. Death. Murder. Revenge - and a hitman with two big problems

Description

Blood on Snow by Jo Nesbo is an engrossing, noir thriller that plunges readers into the bleak world of Olav Johansen, a contract killer in 1970s Oslo. Olav is a man caught at the margins of society, working as a "fixer" for one of the city's most notorious crime lords. His task is simple, yet grim: eliminate problems with lethal finality. However, his latest assignment threatens to upend his already precarious existence.

Olav has always lived a solitary life, his profession demanding a certain detachment. Yet, in a twist of fate, he finds himself enamoured with a woman who epitomises everything forbidden. This woman, the gangster's wife, unexpectedly becomes the object of his affections. Torn between his blossoming feelings and his professional obligations, Olav is confronted with a moral conundrum: he has been ordered to kill her.

Nesbo masterfully weaves a tale of tension, betrayal, and unexpected tenderness, highlighting the paradox of a hitman's existence. Olav's introspective journey is punctuated by his struggles with dyslexia, forming a nuanced character study that deepens the narrative. The intricate play of emotions and the ever-present threat of violence make Blood on Snow a compelling read that keeps readers on the edge of their seats.

JO NESBO HAS SOLD OVER 50 MILLION BOOKS WORLDWIDE

"An incendiary cocktail of murder, revenge, and a hitman with multiple problems" - Independent

Nesbo's storytelling prowess shines in this tightly woven, atmospheric thriller. As Publishers Weekly states, "Nesbo’s surprise-filled plot will keep readers feverishly turning pages." The narrative deftly balances action and introspection, crafting a poignant tale of redemption amidst the bloodshed.

Blood on Snow is a stand-alone novel, enticing both long-time fans of Jo Nesbo and new readers with its gripping prose and relentless pace.

"Nesbo is in bracing form...gripping" - The Sun

Do not miss The Jealousy Man, the new Jo Nesbo book, out now.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Blood on Snow by Jo Nesbo has received praise for its gripping and perfectly pitched thriller elements. Reviewers have highlighted its incendiary mix of murder, revenge, and a complex hitman protagonist. The book's simplicity and brevity, coupled with Nesbo's unique poetic touch, showcase the author at the top of his game. Set in the 1970s, it provides a deep, introspective look into the lonely, tortured soul of its first-person narrator.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781784703820

Publisher: Vintage Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 14 January 2016

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Vintage

Contributors:

Translated by Neil Smith

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 12.0mm

Width: 110.0mm

Height: 178.0mm

Weight: 121g

Pages: 192

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Crime & Thriller Fiction General Fiction Jo Nesbo

About the Author

Jo Nesbo (Author)
Jo Nesbo is one of the world's bestselling crime writers. When commissioned to write a memoir about life on the road with his band, Di Derre, he instead came up with the plot for his first Harry Hole crime novel, The Bat. His books The Leopard, Phantom, Police, The Son, The Thirst, Macbeth and Knife have all since topped the Sunday Times charts. He's an international number one bestseller and his books are published in 50 languages, selling over 60 million copies around the world.

Neil Smith (Translator)
Neil Smith has translated many acclaimed Norwegian and Swedish novels, including books by Fredrik Backman and Leif G. W. Persson's The Dying Detective, winner of the CWA International Dagger 2017. He lives in Norfolk.