Jussi Adler-Olsen
2 SeriesJussi Adler-Olsen is a Danish author renowned for his Scandinavian crime fiction, particularly the Department Q series. His novels have been sold in 36 countries worldwide. In 2011, he was the most popular author in Germany, despite not being German.
Jussi Adler-Olsen's series follows Detective Carl Mørck as he investigates cold cases in Department Q. In "Mercy" (also known as "The Keeper of Lost Causes"), Mørck delves into the disappearance of a politician. "Disgrace," or "The Absent One," sees him unraveling a murder linked to an elite boarding school. "A Conspiracy of Faith," published as "Redemption" in the UK, involves a serial killer targeting religious communities. "The Purity of Vengeance," known as "Contempt" in the UK, explores a historical mystery tied to forced sterilizations. Finally, "The Marco Effect," also published as "Buried," centers on a case involving a charismatic con artist.
