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Book Synopsis: A #1 international bestseller: This “exquisite novel of mesmerizing depth” launched the acclaimed Wallander Mysteries and BBC series starring Kenneth Branagh (Los Angeles Times).
Early one morning, a small-town farmer discovers that his neighbors have been victims of a brutal attack during the night: An old man has been bludgeoned to death, and his tortured wife lies dying before the farmer’s eyes. The only clue is the single word she utters before she dies: “foreign.”
In charge of the investigation is Inspector Kurt Wallander, a local detective whose personal life is in a shambles. His family is falling apart, he’s gaining weight, and he drinks too much and sleeps too little. Tenacious and levelheaded in his sleuthing, he and his colleagues must contend with a wave of violent xenophobia as they search for the killers.
Winner of the Sweden’s Best Mystery Award and the first installment in the series that inspired the PBS program Wallander starring Kenneth Branagh, Faceless Killers is a razor-sharp, stylishly dark police procedural with searing social commentary that reaches beyond its genre to produce “a superior novel—and a harbinger of great things to come” (Booklist).
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Experience the gripping world of Detective Kurt Wallander in the international bestseller, "Faceless Killers: A Mystery". This mesmerizing novel delves into the depths of crime and suspense, launching the acclaimed Wallander Mysteries and inspiring the hit BBC series starring the brilliant Kenneth Branagh. Join the millions of readers who have been captivated by this exquisite book, filled with twists and turns that will keep you on the edge of your seat.
Awakening to a brutal crime scene, Wallander finds himself at the center of a mysterious investigation. As he unravels the pieces of this puzzling case, he must also confront his crumbling personal life. With a family in turmoil, weight gain, excessive drinking, and sleepless nights, Wallander's tenacity and levelheadedness provide a resolute balance amidst the chaos.
What starts as a simple investigation soon delves into a wave of violent xenophobia, forcing Wallander and his team to navigate the treacherous territory of social tensions. As they search for the elusive killers, they confront their own biases and challenge the societal prejudices lurking beneath the surface.
Winner of Sweden's prestigious Best Mystery Award, "Faceless Killers" is a razor-sharp and stylishly dark police procedural. Its searing social commentary elevates it beyond the confines of its genre, creating a thought-provoking narrative. With every page turned, you'll be immersed in a world of suspense, action, and profound insights that will leave you hungering for more.
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