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'The Kingdom' by Jo Nesbø revolves around two Norwegian brothers, Roy and Carl, who have a complicated love-hate relationship. The plot unfolds as Carl returns to Norway with his new wife, Shannon, to build a luxury hotel in the mountains overlooking Os, leading to past secrets resurfacing and causing conflict between the brothers. As the story progresses, ugly truths emerge, gradually building momentum and revealing the dark and sinful history that has shaped the characters. The harsh physical environment and the mysterious past of the characters contribute to the degradation of their personalities, creating a suspenseful and emotionally charged narrative.
Nesbø's writing style in 'The Kingdom' involves administering doses of evil into the plot slowly, with parsimonious doses of revelations that lead to a forward cascade in the storyline. The narrative explores themes of love, betrayal, family dynamics, and the impact of past secrets on present relationships, all set against the backdrop of an isolated village in Norway with a dark and cold landscape. delves into the complexities of human nature, showcasing characters who are morally ambiguous and flawed, adding layers of suspense and mystery to the plot.
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Brought to you by Penguin.
A stunning new standalone thriller from the author of the best-selling Harry Hole series.
In the far north of Norway a man lives a peaceful existence. However, one day his younger brother, always the more successful and charming of the two, turns up to visit, accompanied by his new wife. It soon turns out that the little brother is not quite as angelic as he seems.
Set in a small town filled with secrets, this compellingly dark thriller from the Sunday Times number one best seller has a plot as explosive and multi-layered as any of the Harry Hole novels.
Jo Nesbo has sold over 45 million books worldwide.
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It was a really good book. Even though I disliked the characters, I couldn't stop reading, had to know what was going to happen next. Just enough of a dark read to still remain entertaining
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