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Duell

2014430 pagesBastei Entertainment

Synopsis

A man is found dead in a hotel room, seemingly from natural causes. However, a closer look reveals a chess board set up for a game, with a single black pawn placed on a white square. Inspector Erlendur is drawn into the investigation, which uncovers a decades-old mystery involving a missing person and a dark secret from the past.

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About the author

Arnaldur Indriðason is an Icelandic author who writes dark crime novels and police procedurals. He is best known for his series featuring Detective Erlendur, including titles like The Draining Lake and Dauðarósir. His stories often focus on historical mysteries and the cold landscapes of Reykjavik.

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Book cover of Duell