The Purity of Vengeance

A Department Q Novel

De: Jussi Adler-Olsen

Narrado por: Graeme Malcolm

INSPIRATION FOR THE NETFLIX SERIES DEPT. Q

New York Times bestselling author Jussi Adler-Olsen returns as Detective Carl Mørck and his Department Q team delve into a cold case that turns into more than they may be able to handle...

In 1987, Nete Hermansen plans revenge on those who abused her—especially Curt Wad, a surgeon who was part of a movement to sterilize wayward girls in the 1950s. More than twenty years later, Detective Carl Mørck already has plenty on his mind when he is presented with the case of a brothel owner, a woman named Rita, who went missing in the eighties: New evidence has emerged.

And when Carl’s assistants, Assad and Rose, learn that numerous other people disappeared around the same weekend as Rita, Carl takes notice. Sifting through the evidence, they inch closer to Curt Wad, who is still committed to his twisted beliefs, and whose treatment of Nete only hints at his capacity for evil.

Reseñas de la Crítica

Praise for The Absent One:

“Adler-Olsen, Denmark’s leading crime fiction author, outdoes his outstanding debut, The Keeper of Lost Causes, with his second Department Q novel.” —Publishers Weekly (starred review)
“Adler-Olsen has created a wonderful addition to the detective fiction genre in his sleuth….While the book can be read as a stand-alone novel, readers will be unable to resist seeking out and devouring the first and subsequent series titles.” — Library Journal (starred review)

Praise for The Keeper of Lost Causes:

“The pages fly by as the twisty puzzle unfolds. Stieg Larsson fans will be delighted.” —Publishers Weekly (starred review)

“[An] absorbing psychological thriller.” — Library Journal (starred review)

“Comparisons [to Stieg Larsson] are inevitable and, while he may lack a Salander, Adler-Olsen’s prose is superior to Larsson’s, his tortures are less discomfiting, and he has a sense of humor.”— Booklist (starred review)

“Plan on putting everything else in your life on hold if you pick up this book.” — The Oregonian

Outstanding Narrator!

I read the first 4 Q books and by far the last two read by Mr Malcolm were the best.
He absolutely captures the characters which enhances the story tenfold.
Kudos!

Twisted

The characters are quirky and believable and the story is disturbing but real. Looking forward to the next in the sequence

Perfectly imperfect characters

Adler-Olsen writes a great story. The characters are so very human and he writes them all with respect. I could listen to Graeme Malcom all day long.

Effervescently Awesome! Lol!!

Seriously though, it's a good story very well performed by Mr. Malcolm. Mr. Olson doesn't disappoint with his multifaceted and twisty turny storytelling right up to the very end. Well done! & thx!!

Great Story Line

I very much enjoyed this book. Loved Alder-Olsen's writing style. Narrator was very good too.

So touching

This story delves deeply into the abuse that women endured … it is fictional and many sections are garish.. but still intriguing.

The Purity of Entertainment

As you listen to this Danish cold case, you will laugh out loud while sitting on the edge of your seat. Now, that is a description I don't think I have used for a mystery review before. Adler-Olsen is a master of characters, dialog and setting. He is over-the-top on plot.

If you don't mind that the actual plot is beyond belief at times, this series will be one you savor one at a time, like I do. I am afraid to catch up with the last book in the series, because I want to know there is always something new to read from this author. Do you ever do the same with a favorite author?

I was so pleased that assistants, Rose and Assad, were a large part of this book. They are hilarious and diligent. To be honest, they are often the better detectives. But the reason I am drawn to detective Carl Morck is his day-to-day existence. I caution you that starting from the beginning is necessary if you want to see the progression in their relationships. The "Keeper of Lost Causes" is a fantastic start to the series and, the narrator performs this series so well.

Another outstanding case for Dept Q

The regulars are all here and we get to learn a little more about the mysterious Rose in this one. Love the main characters in this series. They're neither too morose, nor smoking every other second, which really annoys me in other Scandinavian series. Sorry, Wallenberg fans, I just can't take the depression in those books.

The story of eugenics is horrific, you're really rooting for the perpetrators to get knocked off.

Good Read

This book kept me up at night😵and kept me hanging on when it switched time changes. The only thing I found a bit of trouble in was the names of the characters, but after I listened longer I started to recognize them more. I found myself relating some with the victim . The end caught me by complete surprise , that was quite a twist in the story. I do believe I will retread this book again in the future now that I recognize the names better.

Wow, I didn't see that coming.

Thoroughly enjoyed book, just like all of Jussi Adler - Olsen books. Narration elevates story and never detracts.