The Chestnut Man: A Novel

Søren Sveistrup
74 pages2-hour read
Fiction
Novel
Adult
Published in 2019

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Book Brief

Søren Sveistrup

The Chestnut Man

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2019
Book Details
Pages

519

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Horror & Suspense

•

Mystery & Crime Fiction
Setting

Copenhagen, Denmark • Contemporary

Theme
Equality

•

Family

•

Apathy
Topic
Trauma & Abuse
First Publication Year

2019

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Chestnut Man by Søren Sveistrup, translated by Caroline Waight, revolves around a detective who uncovers a pattern in a series of gruesome murders linked by small figurines made of chestnuts found at the crime scenes. This chilling thriller delves into a complex investigation with unexpected twists.

Mysterious

Suspenseful

Dark

Unnerving

Reviews & Readership

4.2

101,455 ratings

84%

Loved it

13%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Chestnut Man by Søren Sveistrup and Caroline Waight is a gripping Nordic noir thriller. Critics praise its intense atmosphere, intricate plot, and well-developed characters. However, some find it overly gruesome with a complex narrative that can be hard to follow. Nonetheless, it's a highly recommended read for suspense enthusiasts.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Chestnut Man?

Fans of gripping Nordic noir and complex psychological thrillers akin to Stieg Larsson's The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo or Jo Nesbø's The Snowman will find The Chestnut Man by Søren Sveistrup and Caroline Waight compelling. This book offers intricate plotting and chilling details, perfect for those who enjoy dark, atmospheric crime stories.

4.2

101,455 ratings

84%

Loved it

13%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Character List

A gifted but troubled detective from Europol on temporary reassignment in Copenhagen, known for his intuition and distinctive heterochromia, who becomes deeply invested in solving the Chestnut Man case.

An ambitious detective in the Copenhagen Major Crimes Division eager for a promotion to cyber-crime, whose pragmatic approach evolves through her partnership with Hess during the investigation.

Head of the Forensics Department who is outwardly brilliant and respected, providing pivotal forensic support while harboring complex personal secrets linked to the case.

The Minister for Social Affairs and mother managing personal tragedy, whose life becomes intricately connected to the investigation through her daughter's past.

A convicted criminal with a fascination for forensic details, involved in the case indirectly, contributing to its complexity through his past association with evidence.

Rosa's husband dealing with overwhelming grief and hope for their missing daughter, whose personal quest defies official narratives.

Head of the Major Crimes Division more focused on department image and political concerns than the nuances of the case, often clashing with investigative efforts.

A senior detective in the homicide squad, proud of past successes and resistant to changes posed by new perspectives on the case.

Book Details
Pages

519

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Horror & Suspense

•

Mystery & Crime Fiction
Setting

Copenhagen, Denmark • Contemporary

Theme
Equality

•

Family

•

Apathy
Topic
Trauma & Abuse
First Publication Year

2019

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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