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Police

By: Jo Nesbø
Narrated by: Don Bartlett, John Lee
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Publisher's summary

INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER • In this “invigorating must-read” installment (Newsweek) of the New York Times bestselling series, Inspector Harry Hole investigates a serial killer targeting Oslo’s police officers.

For years, detective Harry Hole has been at the center of every major criminal investigation in Oslo. His brilliant insights and dedication to his job have saved countless lives over the years. But as the killer grows increasingly bold and the media reaction increasingly hysterical, the detective is nowhere to be found. This time, when those he loves and values most are facing terrible danger, Harry is in no position to protect anyone—least of all himself.

Don't miss Jo Nesbo's latest Harry Hole thriller, Killing Moon!

©2013 Jo Nesbø (P)2013 Random House Audio

Critic reviews

“A dizzyingly taut feat of storytelling.” (The Boston Globe)

"An invigorating must-read." (Newsweek)

“The chills are palpable in this nerve-­racking thriller.” (The New York Times Book Review)

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Almost couldn't do it!

Lee is definitely hard to get used to, but I slowed the reading speed down a little and it made a huge difference for me. By the end of the book, I was not hung up on the new narrator and I was kept by the great story.

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Usual twists and turns keep you guessing

First part of book was a bit slower than usual. So relieved to have Harry alive and sober and still wonderfully human and nutty.

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Outstanding

This was the best yet in the Harry Hole series. It kept me guessing to the very end and I couldn't stop listening.....and can't wait for the next one.

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Not my favorite in the series. I miss Robin Sachs.

I love the Harry Hole series and have listened to them all. This was certainly not them best of them and I'm disappointed that Nesbo would end the series with a less-than-stellar effort. Plus, Robin Sachs IS Harry Hole and his untimely death left shoes that even John Lee cannot fill. Still worth reading for any Hole fan though.

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John Lee sounds like he is racing to finish.

I had to slow the speed of this to. 85.
It was like he was like he was told to finish reading as soon as possible. I miss Robin Sachs, reads at a comfortable pace. Great Harry Hole voice filled with depth, gravitas and pain.

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Excellent book! Excellent read!!!

Would you consider the audio edition of Police to be better than the print version?

Yes

What was one of the most memorable moments of Police?

The ending when you didn't know if Harry was still alive - and the scene was at a church. You didn't know whether this was a funeral (and who's funeral was it anyway) or some other event. The listener was definitely expecting a funeral.

Which character – as performed by John Lee – was your favorite?

Truls Bernsen (? spelling). So creepy.

If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be?

'Love' - like you've never experienced it before.

Any additional comments?

Nesbo's books are soooooooo much better with John Lee reading. He's simply the best.

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Harry Hole....Are you dead or alive????

I read all the Nesbo Harry Hole books...including the one where we think he's dead. That was shocking. Hole is brought back in this book...and it is handled pretty well considering we all thought him dead. But I think once killed....characters should stay killed. I'm hoping Nesbo finds another character to develop...as I love his writing but am now off Harry.

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Jo Nesbo hits another home run with Harry Hole

Loved it. Nesbo is incredible. Gotta love Harry Hole. Great plot, characters, and no one can twist and turn like Nesbo can. Tremendous performance too. Release the next one soon!

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Getting More Grisly?

Mr. Nesbo is killing off police officers in a grisly fashion. But it's countered by Harry's relationship upswing. I'm not sure I'm ready for a recovered, happy Harry Hole.

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Excellent!

The writing is superb, each character has a deep richness and the story unfolds intriguingly. The narrator’s accent brings the essence of the characters and the country. I am only sad at the death of one of my favorite characters.

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