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The Redbreast (Harry Hole, #3)

Jo Nesbø
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The Redbreast (Harry Hole, #3)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2006

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Jo Nesbø

The Redbreast (Harry Hole, #3)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2006
Book Details
Pages

519

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Norway • 2000s

Publication Year

2006

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Redbreast by Jo Nesbø follows a detective as he uncovers a complex plot involving neo-Nazis and connections to World War II. It intricately weaves historical and contemporary narratives, highlighting the detective's relentless pursuit of truth and justice amidst personal and professional challenges. The story is part of Nesbø's Harry Hole series.

Reviews & Readership

4.1

114,178 ratings

73%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Jo Nesbø's The Redbreast is praised for its gripping plot, complex characters, and skillful interweaving of historical and modern timelines. Critics highlight Nesbø's adeptness at building suspense and depth. However, some readers find the intricate plot occasionally confusing. Overall, the novel is lauded as a standout in the crime fiction genre.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Redbreast (Harry Hole, #3)?

Readers who would enjoy The Redbreast by Jo Nesbø are fans of intricate crime thrillers with historical elements. Similar to Stieg Larsson's The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo and Henning Mankell's Faceless Killers, these readers appreciate gritty detective stories, complex characters, and Scandinavian settings.

4.1

114,178 ratings

73%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

519

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Norway • 2000s

Publication Year

2006

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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