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Cockroaches (Harry Hole, #2)

Don Bartlett, Jo Nesbø
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Cockroaches (Harry Hole, #2)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2014

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Don Bartlett, Jo Nesbø

Cockroaches (Harry Hole, #2)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2014
Book Details
Pages

368

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Bangkok, Thailand • 1990s

Publication Year

2014

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Cockroaches by Don Bartlett and Jo Nesbø features Harry Hole, a Norwegian detective, who is sent to Bangkok to investigate the murder of the Norwegian ambassador. As he delves into the case, he uncovers a web of political and personal intrigue. The novel explores themes of corruption and secrecy within international and local contexts.

Reviews & Readership

3.9

71,343 ratings

64%

Loved it

29%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Cockroaches by Don Bartlett and Jo Nesbø is a gripping thriller that delves into dark themes with a complex protagonist, Harry Hole. Critics praise its intricate plot and atmospheric setting. However, some feel the pacing can be slow and the abundance of side characters confusing. Overall, it's a strong entry in the Harry Hole series, appealing to fans of Nordic noir.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Cockroaches (Harry Hole, #2)?

Readers who enjoy Cockroaches by Don Bartlett and Jo Nesbø are fans of gritty, atmospheric crime novels with complex plots and flawed protagonists. Comparable to Stieg Larsson's The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo and Henning Mankell's Faceless Killers, they appreciate Scandinavian noir and intricate detective stories.

3.9

71,343 ratings

64%

Loved it

29%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

368

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Bangkok, Thailand • 1990s

Publication Year

2014

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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