I feel like I've waited so friggen long to get my hands on another Harry Hole book and as per usual Nesbø KILLED it! Obviously Harry's life is still a complete mess, but maybe, just maybe he will turn it around this time. I doubt it, but like maybe? Anywho, once again Harry finds himself hunting a serial killer, only this time he's not working with the police. Yanno, he burnt maybe one too many bridges there.

This serial killer is much different than the others Harry has chased and he finds himself struggling with solving this case. Everytime he thinks he has it, he realizes he doesn't. The killer is definitely one step ahead of Harry, and keeps outsmarting him. However, it's been 13 books so we all know Harry is gonna do what Harry does and solve this case. People may get hurt along the way, but he will do everything to solve it.

Fans of Nordic Noir will not want to miss the latest Harry Hole mystery. Harry, now living in Los Angeles, returns to Oslo, to investigate a possible serial murder for a private client. Be prepared for some very strange plot details.

I‘ve been a longtime fan of Jo Nesbø’s Harry Hole series so was happy to receive this 13th installment.

Harry is in Los Angeles trying to escape his life in Oslo after the events outlined in Knife, the 12th book in the series. It is almost an understatement that he is deeply traumatize and grief-stricken. Because he needs some money to help a new friend, Harry agrees to return to Oslo when a wealthy man, under suspicion for the murder of two young women, hires Harry to clear his name. He puts together a team of unlikely colleagues to help him uncover the truth.

This is a dark police procedural with definite thriller elements as is usual with this series. There are several graphic scenes depicting torture, cannibalism, murder, and rape, so the book is not for readers who do not want gruesome details. There are also other elements found in the previous books: multiple points of view, including that of the killer, and the endangering of characters who are important to Harry.

The novel is layered since there are several subplots. Besides the case that Harry, as well as the police, is investigating, there is a subplot around a new romantic interest for one of Harry’s friends/former colleagues. And one other subplot, involving a store owner and his employee, is added into the mix. This latter is the weakest since it’s intended only to muddy the waters and provide another possible suspect.

In fact, there is a lot of misdirection. Readers will find themselves believing one thing, only to discover that they have been misled. There are multiple points of view with constant switches which often left me doing a double-take, as did passages which can be interpreted in more than one way. This is the case right to the very end. For instance, one character decides “to drop the slow torment and drive the knife right into his heart” and state, “’he’s not with me anymore.’” This clearly suggests a killing, but that proves not to be the case.

The perspective of the killer is given throughout. This serves to explain motivation, though I had difficulty accepting the killer’s unusual method of luring victims. It seems far-fetched to say the least. Unfortunately, my scientific knowledge is not sufficient to determine if his method is credible. I narrowed down my list of suspects to two, but both proved incorrect. The identity of the murderer is anything but predictable, though thinking back, it’s obvious that clues are there.

I don’t regard this as a standalone. Many characters from previous novels reappear and their relationships with Harry are important. Readers unfamiliar with these relationships can certainly follow the plot of this book but will miss a great deal of background. Also, this book is full of spoilers about previous books. I’d hazard a guess that this is not the last we will see of Harry; the ending definitely suggests at least one more book.

Lovers of Nordic noir will enjoy this book. It is dark and full of twists and turns. Suspense abounds with more than one character being placed in danger. There is little humour, though I did enjoy descriptions like “he was encumbered with the brain of a man and could only concentrate on one thing at a time, and sometimes not even that” and comments about underrating Leonard Cohen and overrating Bob Dylan.

This is a perfect escapist book for a summer vacation. But if you’re unfamiliar with Harry Hole, go back to the beginning of the series and you’ll find you have enough books for several vacations.

The latest from the incomparable Jo Nesbo. Love his books and although I’ve missed a couple in the series based on Harry Hole it was easy to pick up and dive right in. Dark and twisted but with fully fleshed and real characters. Nesbo is a master of the red herring and this latest did not disappoint with not one but several. Just when you think you’ve figured it out and have guessed the twist he throws in another, but without seeming to purposely throw you off the scent. All the twists have a purpose and meaning and all lead to an inevitable conclusion. And this I think in the suspense thriller genre is a singular talent. Masterful storytelling. Thank you NetGalley for the arc.

Killing Moon is a 20/10 win from @jonesbo_author and proves that the Harry Hole series can just keep delivering and delivering when it comes to gritty, atmospheric, terrifying, dark, nordic noir reads.

I cannot begin to say how absorbing this installation of the story is - a new killer on the loose, women turning up dead with a unique signature attached to the killings, Harry back and working on the case as a privately hired investigator - all the ingredients of a completely addicting plot that you never want to set down.

As usual with Jo’s books, I devoured this and was left whirling with how his twists and turns in a story keep you on the edge of your seat until the very last pages. Which is all to say you absolutely cannot miss this one if you’re a Jo Nesbo, Nordic Noir, or thriller lover.

I loved every page of this one - and I SO HOPE that a 14th Harry Hole book will be here before we know it!

Thank you @penguinrandomca for the copy!

This. Is the second Harry Hole book I have read and it gripped me just as tightly as the first one did. The twists and turns in the search for the killer kept me reading for much longer at a time than it should have. I look forward to reading the next one.

Classic Nesbo. I have enjoyed Harry's journey through his lens. The who-dunnit styling is spot on and crisp in its setup and delivery. 5/5, would recommend.

This book was slow to read at the beginning, lots of information given to you. However the further you get into it the better it gets. There are a few things revealed and some surprises too. The killer wanted to get one man but instead kills six. There is also a surprise character who wants to meet Harry so I believe a new book is coming. It was interesting to see Harry working and trying to figure out who the killer is. I enjoyed reading this book and I would recommend it. I received a free book and the views and opinions are my own.

Not much I can say that hasn't been said about this police procedural, If you haven't read the other books (or some of the other books) you need to start at the beginning to understand Harry's progression into alcoholism and the toll these cases take on him. Another great Harry book.

Thoughts:
A fast-paced, dark and twisty crime mystery with a good dose of morally questionable characters. This is a long one (464 pages) and it took me awhile to finish this one. I think it may have been easier to get invested in if I had read other books in this series (this is book 13). If you’re into crime mysteries, especially those a little on the dark side, this one is worth a read.

Nesbo has delivered another brilliant page turner full of twists and surprises. Harry Hole, the anti-hero, is a very interesting and complex character who has a love hate relationship with himself. An alcoholic with authority issues he still manages to ferret out the truth.

Thank you to NetGalley and Penguin Random House Canada who provided me with a copy of this book. I am voluntarily leaving an honest review.

Thank you net galley for giving me this opportunity to read this book.
I have to say that zI'm a fan of Nordic Noir and Jo Nesbo is one of the best in my opinion.
Harry is in L.A. and meets up with an aging movie star who owes thousands of dollars for a movie that never materialized. While in L.A. Harry receives a phone call about a murder. He will only take on the job if he is paid an amount that will cover Lucille's debt.
Harry is out of the police force and is working as a private investigator. He is hired by a real estate magnet to solve two murders of young women.
Harry and his group are on a search for the killer but the killer is being elusive and Harrybis running out of time.

Harry Hole comes back to Oslo Norway from America on a mission to save a life held at ransom, with a definate time line to make a million dollars. In America, he has been drinking to escape the death of his wife. In Oslo, there are a string of murders of young women that are mysteriously connected. Harry is now a civilian who puts together the clues trying to determine the motive and identity of the serial killer. I loved the twists and turns of the plot, the parallels that mislead and the depth of the characters. I was worried about the Norwegian spelling of cities and people, in fact, I have avoided Jo Nesbo for this reason, but this did not interfere with my enjoyment of the story. The translation into English was a little choppy at points but on the whole was great storytelling. I liked the American music trivia tossed around. In the book, the quote "Save a life and you are responsible for it." is attributed to Kung Fu the television series, as opposed to ancient wisdom. Awesome detective fiction! 4 out of 5 stars.

I always start by thanking both NetGalley as well as the publisher for my eARC in exchange for my honest review.
Reading Jo Nesbo’s Harry Hole novels has always been about pain, not just the victim’s but mostly about Harry. It is a large part of what makes this series and especially Killing Moon so readable, the blunt honest pain.

Book #13 in the Harry Hole Series!

I can’t believe I’ve read all the books from this series, and I still can’t get enough!

I can always rely on Jo Nesbo to provide a suspenseful, dark, and twisty murder mystery. I thought I had it all figured out, but I was so wrong. The suspense and twists and turns do not end until the very end of the novel! You just can’t stop reading.

In Killing Moon, Harry seemed to be quirkier than usual, and I was loving every minute of it!
You could read this as a standalone, but I highly recommend starting from Book #1, you won’t regret that decision, in my opinion. I already can’t wait for the next one!

If you want a gripping, unpredictable mystery that includes multiple POVs, run to your nearest bookstore and get this one! You won’t regret it.

Thanks to NetGalley for the opportunity to preview this book. Another great installment. Gruesome and grotesque, but completely worthwhile. Finishes wIth a teaser for the next Hole story. Strongly recommended.

An amazing story that will keep you reading. Rogue Police Investigator Harry forms his own team and tries to solve the mystery. There’s danger, suspense around every corner. Will he be able to solve the crime in time.

First things first, I must fully disclose that I fully love every Harry Hole book. I cannot be impartial when reading this series. I devour each and every book as quickly as I can lay my hands on them.

The Killing Moon is not Jo Nesbo's most original nor best version of Harry Hole, nevertheless I enjoyed reading it. The book starts with Harry in sunny Los Angeles which is not typical for his character and adds some depth to his character at the outset of the novel. A somewhat contrived situation occurs in sunny LA that brings Harry back to Oslo to solve another serial murder.

The highlight of Killing Moon for me was the rather unusual methods that the serial killer used. As usual Jo Nesbo gave Harry (and the reader) a couple of plausible suspects to chase throughout the book. The one difference in this book is that Harry spends as much time building relationships as he does investigating the murders. This is a good departure for the character.

As is signature for this series the reader is given a hint that Harry Hole will return for another book.

Since I am a massive of course I would recommend this book. Although it is not Nesbo's most thrilling version of Harry Hole it is still a page turner and worthy of a trip to your local book store or library.

Thanks to NetGalley for the arc of this book.

Possibly even darker and weirder than this series usually is. Still a page turner and I like the setting.

I raced through this book quite determined that I knew who the killer was, although why I continue to think this after reading all the Harry Hole books says something about me. As usual, a great mystery with lots of twists and turns. Perhaps not the best one to start with especially if you plan to read the others as it gives too much away, but Jo Nesbo remains one of my favourite mystery writers.