The Bat
By Jo Nesbo (Norwegian Author)
Rating : 4/5
This story introduced and entertained me with the culture,habits, myths and tales of Australians for which I deeply value this book.
Unraveling of the plot has a 3D effect. It is impossible not to get lost in this world of drugs and people, majority of who border between publicized homosexuality and remaining closet heterosexuals. There are stories and ancient myths within the story.. which are very captivating.
I felt Jo could have spent a bit more time in developing and giving depth to the main character Harry Hole. This is the first book from the author and I feel the following books would have more to offer in terms of better and improved characterization. :)
A Norwegian girl is murdered in Australia while working there. Harry Hole is a police investigator that is sent to help with finding the culprit. Waving between deciding it as the work of a serial killer or a random killer and narrowing down on a drug dealer who seems to be the most obvious killer but maybe not .. the cops try multiple different avenues and options.. until Harry nails the killer. Who is he and what are his distorted delusions that lead him down the path of destruction? Intriguing read!
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