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David Warriner

    Winterkill
    • Winterkill

      Special Edition With a Short Story & Interview With the Author Exclusive to Waterstones

      • 210 páginas
      • 8 horas de lectura

      In the northernmost town of Siglufjörður, a violent storm sets the stage for a chilling investigation when the body of a nineteen-year-old girl is discovered on the main street. As Easter weekend approaches, Police Inspector Ari Thór Arason grapples with personal challenges, including his separation from his girlfriend and their young son, while preparing for a family reunion that may be jeopardized by the worsening blizzard. Just days before the holiday, the girl falls to her death from a balcony, and her diary hints at foul play. An old man's repeated claim of "She was murdered" scrawled on a nursing home wall raises further alarm about the circumstances surrounding her demise. As the storm intensifies, cutting off power and access to the town, Ari Thór faces a race against time to unravel the mystery behind the girl's death. The investigation reveals a horrifying truth that affects everyone involved. This gripping tale serves as the haunting conclusion to the acclaimed Dark Iceland series, solidifying Ragnar Jónasson’s reputation as a leading voice in crime fiction. Chilling and claustrophobic, it promises to leave readers on edge until the very last page.

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