Jesper Stein is an author whose works delve into the darker corners of the human psyche and the urban landscape. His writing, rooted in a background as a journalist, is marked by a raw authenticity and a keen observation of crime and its repercussions. Stein masterfully crafts compelling narratives that explore moral ambiguities and the complexities of human behavior. His style is both direct and immersive, drawing readers into the tense atmosphere of his novels.
A brutal stalker is preying on women in Copenhagen. DI Axel Steen begins an obsessive manhunt that sends him spiralling out of control. The investigation is fraught with heart-stopping near-misses, dark mysteries, and a final revelation with devastating consequences.
Multi-award-winning Scandi crime series from the third bestselling author in Denmark: When an unidentified man is found murdered in a local cemetery, rough-hewn Superintendent Axel Steen is called to the scene. A nearby youth house soon falls under suspicion along with the police force itself.