I am a big fan of the Hanne Wilhelmson series by Anne Holt, and 1222 is one of my favourite Nordic Noir novels. A Memory For Murder is the third book in a new series by the author, focusing on Selma Falck who works as a private investigator. I have read the first in this series but not the second, and even though it worked as a standalone, I think I would have enjoyed it more if I had read all three in order. Having read a selection from both, I can say that the new series has a very different feel to it. The main character Selma is a former lawyer, so these books have a more political aspect to them.
A Memory For Murder was clever with quite a complex storyline and a satisfying ending. I actually enjoyed reading about Selma, even though she is a ‘no nonsense’ character, and sometimes comes across quite harsh. I’m sure that Nordic Noir fans would love the more traditional aspects of the story but a basic understanding of the political system in Norway is probably beneficial.
A Memory For Murder was clever with quite a complex storyline and a satisfying ending. I actually enjoyed reading about Selma, even though she is a ‘no nonsense’ character, and sometimes comes across quite harsh. I’m sure that Nordic Noir fans would love the more traditional aspects of the story but a basic understanding of the political system in Norway is probably beneficial.