The Redbreast

During the World War II, Daniel, a legendary soldier was shot and killed on New Year's Eve. Years later, a soldier finds himself in a hospital and gets involved with a nurse; which would spark a beginning for the events to come.

The scene shifts to the present time, where recently promoted inspector Harry Hole tries to battle with his own problems. Recenlty humiliating himself during his line of duty, he is now assigned on monitoring Neo-Nazi activities. When a unique gun was fired, his curiosity is piqued and decides to investigate more, steering away from Neo-Nazi assignments. When a former soldier is found dead on an alley, his gut instincts tell him there could be something more, and it may be related to the unusual gun firing that happened just recently. When his partner and friend, Ellen Gjelten, stumbles into the clue that would link the cases together, the story makes a gripping twist as Harry is devoured and gets caught up with the case and the killer is skillful enough to be one step ahead of him. 

The Redbreast is made up of so many different elements and plots that you would ultimately get lost if you are unable to keep tabs on the events and the characters. As you read on, the story would become more and more twisted and intriguing as you try to solve the case yourself. Characters shift and events are ambiguous; which all the more make the book exciting to read as your curiosity is tested and your determination to solve the case is fueled. In the end, you get mind-blown with the revelation that would also leave you satisfied.