When former inspector Sam Berger opens his eyes, he has no idea where he is. Everything is white, and his world has no shape. Then he realizes that Molly Bloom is by his side, and he realizes that they are both fugitives. They are hiding from a justice system that no longer serves its purpose.
In the thrilling sequel to the international bestseller Seven Minus One, Sam and Molly undertake a mission linked to a troubling case from the past. The murderer has been convicted and is serving his sentence, but is he really guilty? And what will happen when the hunters become the prey? A plunge into the frozen heart of darkness.
A great writer at his best moment.
THE SECOND ADVENTURE OF BERGER AND BLOOM
Exciting. Ian Rankin, author
An immaculate, atmospheric thriller by a master of the genre – chilling in every way. Sunday Times
Jo Nesbo has a strong competitor for the title of number one crime fiction writer in Scandinavia. Kotiliesi Magazine
The breathless chase of an almost invisible opponent across the frozen Swedish tundra is utterly cinematic. Politiken
One of the truly great writers of Scandinavian crime literature. Mark Billingham, author
Perhaps the most talented of all Scandinavian writers. Petros Markaris, Ta Nea
Read an excerpt
He was forced to search deep within himself to find some fervent point of will, some well-hidden reserve of energy. Some spark of solid violence. He stood up with a roar, the snow shook off and fell again like rain around him, the robes fluttered and it was as if he was shaking his wings strongly. He was a fallen, yet resurrected, angel of the snow.
He continued his impetuous advance. The bus was approaching, its sides completely covered by the snow kicked up by the wheels, with only parts of the window glass visible. The driver turned on the headlights, cones of light projected in front of the rectangular parallelepiped. The diesel engine was heard louder and louder. The paradoxical sound of freedom.
