Description

The inspiration for thrilling BBC TV show Wisting, from the producers behind Wallander and The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo

Wisting’s first case was already cold when he took it on.

1983. Christmas is approaching and ambitious young police officer William Wisting has just become the father of twins.

Edged off a robbery investigation by more experienced officers, he is soon on a less prestigious case: in a dilapidated barn stands a forgotten, bullet-riddled car.

Tasked with finding out how long the car has been there and what happened to the driver, young Wisting has no idea how this case will change his life.

Return to the early career of the brilliant William Wisting – and get to the know the case that made him into the detective he became.

Get your next Scandi crime fix from number one bestselling author Jorn Lier Horst.

Praise for the multi-award-winning William Wisting Mysteries:

‘Up there with the best of the Nordic crime writers.’ -The Times
‘Solid, satisfying police procedurals.’ -The Sunday Times
‘Plotting reigns supreme.’ -Financial Times
‘Gripping and well executed.’ -The Herald
‘Immensely impressive.’ -Barry Forshaw
‘A masterpiece of storytelling.’ -Lin Anderson

Publisher Review

'An absorbing solid police procedural, steeped in the historical context... Jorn Lier Horst has very cleverly brought Wisting's early professional years and authenticity of the times. This approach works brilliantly... No wonder William Wisting has become one of the most loved fictional detectives in Norway. ' * Ewa Sherman, Crime Review * 'A deftly crafted, multilayered mystery that showcases author Jorn Lier Horst's genuine master of the genre.' * Midwest Book Review * 'A deft and effective "prequel as well as a milestone" in the life of its suddenly retrospective hero.' * Kirkus Reviews * 'This tense entry to William Wisting's story turns out to be a satisfying mystery expertly unravelled.' * Mark Douglas-Home, author of The Sea Detective *