We Know You Remember

THE BEST SWEDISH DETECTIVE NOVEL OF 2020.
SHORTLISTED FOR THE «BEST SWEDISH BOOK OF THE YEAR» AWARD.
WINNER OF THE «GLASS KEY» AWARD. ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF AUTUMN 2020 ACCORDING TO PEOPLE MAGAZINE.

A mysterious murder in a sleepy Swedish town… But there’s one catch — the body has never been found…

Wolaaf Hagström was only fourteen when he confessed to the murder and rape of teenager Lina Stavred. The victim's body was never found, and the criminal was too young to receive a real prison sentence. So he was sent to a boarding school for troubled teens. Since then, both the boy and his family have become outcasts in the town. However, twenty-three years later, Wolaaf decided to return home. Only there did he find a horrifying discovery: his father's decaying body in the bathtub.
For police officer Eyra Shjödin, investigating this suspicious death resurrects forgotten horrors of the past. She was nine years old when Wolaaf was accused. She still remembers the fear that engulfed her childhood. And now the boy from her nightmares has returned, bringing new troubles.
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«Strong local flavor, believable characters, and a winding plot make this book outstanding. This is Swedish noir at its grimest.» — Publishers Weekly

«Insanely gripping.» — Chris Whitaker, author of the worldwide bestseller «We Begin at the End»

«A stunningly twisted ride in this thriller.» — Peter James, New York Times bestselling author

«A beautifully elegiac and intricate plot — this is Scandinavian noir at its best.» — People

«Convincingly and masterfully written.» — Booklist

«Alsterdal concocts enough plot twists to keep interest in the police investigation alive and creates a wonderful protagonist; fans of foreign detectives will be happy to meet her.» — Library Journal

«A cat-and-mouse game that promises surprises, as well as thoughtful reflections on grief, guilt, and memory.» — LitHub’s Crimereads

«Gripping… The plot of this memorable thriller is brilliantly thought out and executed, and the development of many interesting characters is impressive. It’s as much a deep psychological study as it is a well-crafted police investigation. An excellent detective story and extremely candid read.» — Bookreporter

«A beautifully atmospheric novel with an engaging plot and a very appealing detective, whom I am truly looking forward to meeting again.» — Nordic Noir