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The Fifth Woman (Kurt Wallander, #6)

Steven T. Murray, Henning Mankell
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The Fifth Woman (Kurt Wallander, #6)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2004

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Steven T. Murray, Henning Mankell

The Fifth Woman (Kurt Wallander, #6)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2004
Book Details
Pages

438

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Sweden • 1990s

Publication Year

2004

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Fifth Woman by Henning Mankell, translated by Steven T. Murray, follows Inspector Kurt Wallander as he investigates a series of murders involving elderly men in Sweden. Wallander uncovers complex clues connecting the cases while grappling with personal and professional challenges.

Reviews & Readership

4.2

31,195 ratings

79%

Loved it

17%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Fifth Woman by Steven T. Murray and Henning Mankell is praised for its gripping plot and deep character development, particularly of detective Kurt Wallander. Critics commend the atmospheric writing and complex, engaging mystery. However, some find the pacing slow and the narrative occasionally convoluted. Overall, it's a strong installment in the Wallander series.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Fifth Woman (Kurt Wallander, #6)?

A reader who enjoys dark, intricately woven crime novels with a strong, introspective detective will be captivated by The Fifth Woman by Steven T. Murray and Henning Mankell. Fans of Stieg Larsson's Millennium series and Jo Nesbø's Harry Hole series will find the brooding atmosphere and complex mysteries particularly compelling.

4.2

31,195 ratings

79%

Loved it

17%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

438

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Sweden • 1990s

Publication Year

2004

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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