Reviews

• “Jørn Lier Horst has with Ordeal delivered his best book yet /…/ He presents us with a seamless novel – a direct hit.”

• “Jørn Lier Horst is in fine form with his newest crime novel Ordeal. The novel is one of the best to have come from the former policeman’s pen.”

• “The credibility of the police work in Jørn Lier Horst’s crime novels lift them high above the average work of crime fiction.”

• “[Ordeal] confirms Jørn Lier Horst’s position as one of our leading crime writers.”

• “Jørn Lier Horst’s new novel is thrilling entertainment, and poses the question of what ‘proper’ police work entails.”

• “Hardly anyone has a stronger drive as a crime writer than Jørn Lier Horst.”

• “This is classic crime at its best.”

• “A joy to read.”

• “Yes, this is one of Horst’s best ever. And that says quite a lot.”

• “Jørn Lier Horst continues to impress with suspense and realism in his new William Wisting novel.”

• “[Jørn Lier Horst] uses his forensic knowledge to powerful effect /…/ Horst’s novels are solid, satisfying police procedurals, offering an insider’s view of the tensions between detectives and bureaucrats who want results at any cost.”

• “The threads are many from the start and that continues throughout the novel. This is a case that’s tough to crack, takes time, is intricate, and at times almost comes to a standstill – and that’s what makes Ordeal so great. Horst beautifully captures what it’s like trying to unravel complex criminal networks, and when an investigation comes to a stop and the public as well as the media and higher-ups in the police demand quick results.”

• “There are scenes in this splendid crime fiction novel that almost made me lose my breath. Read for yourself and you’ll see which! Ordeal is virtually a perfect crime novel.”

• “Believable plot, credible police work. /…/ The suspense continues to build till the conclusion is presented.”

• “Following on from excellent crimer The Caveman, top author of Nordic nastiness Horst sets his series hero Chief Insp Wisting a new poser.”

• “There is an air of authenticity that striates this gripping narrative. /…/ The run-up to the final resolution is absolutely gripping.”

• “On top of Horst’s mastery of detail, the countdown to the climactic trial infuses this solid procedural with a surprising energy.”