The White Lioness (Kurt Wallander, #3)
The White Lioness (Kurt Wallander, #3)
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2003
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Sweden • 1990s
2003
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The White Lioness by Henning Mankell follows Swedish Inspector Kurt Wallander as he investigates the murder of a local woman, leading him to uncover a complex conspiracy with international implications. This third book in the Wallander series intertwines personal and political narratives, exploring themes of violence and justice.
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Review Roundup
Henning Mankell's The White Lioness offers a gripping narrative blending crime fiction with political intrigue. Readers praise its complex plot and rich character development, particularly of Inspector Wallander. However, some find its pacing slow and the shift between storylines abrupt. Nonetheless, it's a thought-provoking read that keeps you engaged.
Who Should Read The White Lioness (Kurt Wallander, #3)?
Readers who relish intricate crime novels with deep political contexts will enjoy The White Lioness by Henning Mankell. Fans of Stieg Larsson’s The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo and Jo Nesbø’s The Snowman will appreciate the Scandinavian noir elements and complex, morally nuanced detective work in Mankell’s narrative.
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Novel • Fiction
Sweden • 1990s
2003
Adult
18+ years
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