Jar City by Arnaldur Indriðason
A Reykjavik Thriller
In this gripping Icelandic crime novel, a seasoned detective investigates the murder of an elderly man, only to uncover a web of long-buried secrets. As the detective delves deeper into the case, he discovers a connection to a decades-old unsolved rape, a mysterious genetic condition, and a hidden "jar city" of preserved human tissue samples. The investigation challenges the detective to confront ethical dilemmas surrounding genetic privacy and the ghosts of the past, while navigating the complexities of his own personal life. The novel intertwines a compelling mystery with the stark atmosphere of Iceland, creating a dark and thought-provoking narrative that keeps the reader engaged until the very end.
The 5593rd greatest book of all time
- Published
- 2000
- Nationality
- Icelandic
- Length
- Medium
- Pages
- 276
- Original Language
- Icelandic
- Avg User Rating
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(3.0)
- Alternate Titles
- - Tainted Blood
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This book is on the following 3 lists:
- 13 Incredible Icelandic Books in Translation (Books and Bao!)
- Best Foreign Work of Fiction Chosen by Francophone Writers (French literary magazine Transfuge)
- The 100 Best Thrillers according to Télérama (Télérama)