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OverviewFull Product DetailsAuthor: Arnaldur IndridasonPublisher: Vintage Publishing Imprint: Vintage Dimensions: Width: 12.90cm , Height: 1.80cm , Length: 19.80cm Weight: 0.213kg ISBN: 9780099563341ISBN 10: 0099563347 Pages: 304 Publication Date: 14 August 2014 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In stock We have confirmation that this item is in stock with the supplier. It will be ordered in for you and dispatched immediately. Language: English Table of ContentsReviewsA fascinating story and the resolution of Mattildur's disappearance feels authentic and believable. Readers who like retribution in their crime novels may find Erlunder's balanced, free-from-judgemental approach difficult to comprehend, but to me this was one of the most appealing aspects of the novel. I couldn't think of a more perfect way to say goodbye to one of my favourite fictional characters Reading Matters One of the most brilliant crime writers of his generation Sunday Times As ever, Indridason's writing combines a keen sense of place with an astringent investigation of the human psyche Radio Times Arnaldur Indridason is one of the greats of modern crime fiction. Tragic and compelling -- Joan Smith Sunday Times An international literary phenomenon - and it's easy to see why. His novels are gripping, authentic, haunting and lyrical -- Harlan Coben The king of Icelandic crime fiction is not resting on his laurels, as the valedictory Strange Shores proves... An elegiac but compelling last bow Financial Times Be warned: if you've ever spent time with this marvellous Scandi crime character, you'll be hard pressed to hold back a tear Metro One of the most brilliant crime writers of his generation Sunday Times As ever, Indridason's writing combines a keen sense of place with an astringent investigation of the human psyche Radio Times A fascinating story and the resolution of Mattildur's disappearance feels authentic and believable. Readers who like retribution in their crime novels may find Erlunder's balanced, free-from-judgemental approach difficult to comprehend, but to me this was one of the most appealing aspects of the novel... I couldn't think of a more perfect way to say goodbye to one of my favourite fictional characters Reading Matters Author InformationArnaldur Indridason worked for many years as a journalist and critic before he began writing novels. His books have since sold over 12 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. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |