The Indian Bride
The Indian Bride
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
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Mystery & Crime Fiction•
Scandinavian LiteratureNorway • 2000s
2007
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In The Indian Bride by Karin Fossum, a Norwegian man eagerly anticipates marrying his Indian bride. However, tragedy strikes when she is murdered upon arriving in Norway. Inspector Sejer investigates the case, uncovering secrets and cultural tensions. The story delves into themes of love, loss, and cultural differences while exploring the complexities of human nature and relationships.
Mysterious
Dark
Suspenseful
Melancholic
Emotional
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
In The Indian Bride, Karin Fossum weaves a compelling tale of love and mystery. Reviews highlight its intricate plot and rich character development as strengths, effectively building suspense. However, some critiques mention a slow pace and predictability in parts. Overall, it is praised for its emotional depth and atmospheric setting, appealing to fans of psychological crime fiction.
Who Should Read The Indian Bride?
Readers who enjoy The Indian Bride by Karin Fossum are likely drawn to atmospheric Nordic noir mysteries with psychological depth. Fans of Henning Mankell's Faceless Killers or Jo Nesbø's The Redbreast might appreciate the suspenseful, character-driven narratives and intricate plots that Fossum crafts.
8,139 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
The English translation of The Indian Bride by Karin Fossum was translated by Charlotte Barslund and brought the book to a wider English-speaking audience, contributing to the popularity of Scandinavian crime fiction.
Karin Fossum, often dubbed the "Norwegian Queen of Crime," is renowned for her atmospheric and psychologically intense storytelling, which is evident in The Indian Bride as it explores the depths of human emotion.
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The Indian Bride is part of Fossum's acclaimed Inspector Sejer series, which showcases the detective's methodical approach to unraveling complex criminal cases in small-town Norway.
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Novel • Fiction
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Mystery & Crime Fiction•
Scandinavian LiteratureNorway • 2000s
2007
Adult
18+ years
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