Midnight Sun by Jo Nesbø

Set against the stark and haunting backdrop of Norway's Arctic wilderness, this gripping thriller follows Jon Hansen, a hitman on the run from his ruthless employer, "The Fisherman." Seeking refuge in the remote village of Kåsund, Jon assumes a new identity and attempts to blend in with the tight-knit community. As he forms unexpected bonds with the locals, particularly a young boy and his mother, Jon grapples with his past and the moral dilemmas that haunt him. With danger lurking at every corner and the midnight sun casting an eerie glow, Jon must confront his own demons and decide whether redemption is within reach.

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