Under the Storm A Novel (Christoffer Carlsson)

In "Under the Storm," Swedish criminologist Christoffer Carlsson weaves a gripping tale of mystery and coming-of-age set in the aftermath of a tragic farmhouse fire in rural Sweden.

As the flames consume the farmhouse on a cold November night, a young woman is found murdered inside, sending shockwaves through the community of Marbäck. For ten-year-old Isak, the event sets in motion a series of events that will shape his future in ways he cannot yet comprehend.

With the police quick to focus their suspicions on Edvard, the victim's boyfriend and Isak's beloved uncle, the small town believes justice has been served when he is convicted and sentenced to life in prison. But rookie officer Vidar, who played a key role in the investigation, soon realizes that the case is far from closed.

As Vidar delves deeper into the mystery, he becomes increasingly entangled in the lives of those affected by the tragedy. Meanwhile, Isak grapples with the aftermath of the fire and the secrets it has unearthed.

Through masterful storytelling, Carlsson explores the complexities of human nature and the lasting impact of a single crime on an entire community. "Under the Storm" is a modern classic of Scandinavian crime fiction that delves into the depths of the human psyche and solidifies Carlsson's place as one of the genre's greats.