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Gunnar Barbarotti

by Hakan Nesser

5 books Started 2001 Latest 2022
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The Gunnar Barbarotti is a Crime Fiction series by Hakan Nesser, made up of 5 books published between 2001 and 2022. It begins with The Darkest Day (2001), and is best read in publication order. The most recent entry is The Axe Woman (2022), spanning 21 years of storytelling.

5books
21years active
3decades
~5.3yrs between books
2022latest release

Gunnar Barbarotti series: frequently asked questions

What order should I read the Gunnar Barbarotti series?

Start with The Darkest Day (2001), the first book in the Gunnar Barbarotti series by Hakan Nesser. Follow the books in publication order for the best reading experience.

How many books are in the Gunnar Barbarotti series?

There are 5 books in the Gunnar Barbarotti series by Hakan Nesser, published between 2001 and 2022.

What is the first book in the Gunnar Barbarotti series?

The first book in the Gunnar Barbarotti series is The Darkest Day, published in 2001 by Hakan Nesser.

What is the latest book in the Gunnar Barbarotti series?

The most recent book in the Gunnar Barbarotti series is The Axe Woman (2022) by Hakan Nesser.

Hakan Nesser (born February 21, 1950) is a Swedish author and retired professor of literature. He is best known for his intricate and atmospheric crime novels, particularly the series featuring Inspector Van Veeteren. Born in Kumla, Sweden, Nesser graduated from Uppsala University with a degree in literature and history. After a brief teaching career, he began writing full-time in the 1980s. His first novel, "Koreografen" (The Choreographer), was published in 1988. Nesser's Inspector Van Veeteren series, set in the fictional Swedish town of Kymlinge, has been widely acclaimed for its psychological depth, complex characters, and sophisticated plotting. The series has been translated into over 20 languages and has sold millions of copies worldwide. Nesser has received numerous awards for his work, including the Swedish Crime Academy Award for Best Swedish Crime Novel in 1993, 1996, and 2004. He has also been shortlisted for the British Crime Writers' Association Gold Dagger Award and the CWA International Dagger Award.

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