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The Witch Hunter
THE CHILLING INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER
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A chilling Nordic thriller for fans of Stieg Larsson, Jo Nesbo and Samuel Bjork.
Pacey and intelligent Scandi crime, perfect for fans of Jo Nesbø, Stieg Larsson and Samuel Bjork.
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WINNER OF THE GLASS KEY AWARD 2023 FOR THE LAST GRUDGE
If you enjoyed Stieg Larsson and Jo Nesbo, you'll love this international #1 bestseller.
HOLLYWOOD MOVIE IN PRODUCTION
WHEN THE STORY ENDS, THE HUNT BEGINS . . .
Detective Jessica Niemi is drawn into a high-profile investigation after the wife of a famous author, Roger Koponen, appears to have been killed in a bizarre ritual.
As more twisted murders occur in the coming days, it becomes obvious that Jessica is hunting a serial killer—one that is taking brutal inspiration from Koponen's bestselling trilogy . . .
Has a devoted fan lost their mind, or is this case more personal?
Nobody is safe in this rollercoaster thriller from award-winning author Max Seeck.
The Witch Hunter, translated with icy precision by Kristian London, is written in short, sharp, present-tense chapters, a technique that adds to its relentless tension and a resolution as bleak as anything Poe might have conjured — Wall Street Journal
If you only read one Nordic noir novel this autumn, make it The Witch Hunter—a chilling female-led thriller that will please fans of Lisbeth Salander and Stieg Larsson's Millennium trilogy — Culture Fly
[A] riveting, multi-layered debut, blending masterful police procedural with a chilling exploration of the occult — Sara Blaedel, #1 International Bestselling Author
One of the best books I have read. Ever. Absolutely thrilling, well-written, and oh-so-hard to put down — Emelie Schepp, author of Slowly We Die
The Witch Hunter is everything I wish for in a thriller: exceptional story, exceptional characters, exceptional writing, and shocking twists—exceptional everything — Chris Mooney, author of Blood World
One twist follows another . . . Seeck imbues this riveting procedural with a deliciously creepy undertone — Publishers Weekly STARRED REVIEW
Dark and intricate . . . Vividly cinematic and impactful — Booklist STARRED REVIEW
A disturbing tale of murder and madness — Kirkus Reviews
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The Witch Hunter by Max Seeck is praised for its relentless tension and compelling narrative, driven by short, sharp chapters. It is regarded as a chilling, female-led thriller that invites comparisons to the Millenium trilogy, featuring intricate storytelling and shocking twists. The novel expertly blends a police procedural with elements of the occult, delivering a captivating and disturbing tale that keeps readers engaged and on edge.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781787394797
Publisher: Headline Publishing Group
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 17 September 2020
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Mountain Leopard Press
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 34.0mm
Width: 128.0mm
Height: 196.0mm
Weight: 400g
Pages: 400
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About the Author
Max Seeck is a chart-topping Finnish author, whose books have been translated worldwide. This is the first in at least a two-book series led by Jessica Niemi, sold in 35 territories.
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