I wasn’t sure I would like this book when I started reading. Yes, it’s a new Scandinavian series that I just came across, so that was a plus. I found myself not relating to the characters at first and I believe that was because this book was #4 in the series. I just didn’t know the backstory of those involved. But, the story itself, was good if a little choppy and kept my interest going. Although the subject matter is dark, the ending may surprise you.

I plan on reading the rest of the series. Recommended!

Currently on holiday in Copenhagen, I figured it was the perfect time to dive into a novel set in the city. While crime fiction isn’t usually my go-to genre, I’m so glad I picked up Out of the Dark by Heidi Amsinck. It’s a gripping read, I couldn’t put it down! Packed with twists and turns, it kept me hooked from start to finish. Although it’s the fourth book in a series, it works perfectly as a standalone. That said, I’m definitely planning to go back and read the earlier ones!
Thank you NetGalley, the publisher and the author for the chance to read the book in exchange for an honest review!

This is the third Jensen book I've read (I read the first two but then missed the third) and it was like greeting old friends.

Although the story is set in Copenhagen, it doesn't feel inaccessible, and it's enjoyable reading about other countries and areas. The story itself was very good, tense and tightly woven, with lots of clues and red herrings that kept me guessing. I guessed some of the ending but not all of it.

My only quibbles were that the ending felt a little rushed and that Henrik is still so dense and refuses to listen to Jensen when she tells him things or to take her calls or reply to her when she messages. Obviously it's a plot device but it does make me scream at the book!

I want to know what happened in the third book so shall be downloading that one next to catch up.

Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for the chance to read.

Very good, entertaining and a lot of action! I also like the characters, particularly Gustav and Fie. I enjoyed roaming the streets of Copenhagen, a city I love! For me, this is the best Jensen thriller because it kept me on the edge of my seat all through my reading!
I received a digital copy of this novel from NetGalley and I have voluntarily written an honest review.

I was privileged to be offered the opportunity to read this on NetGalley and loved every second of it! I have read the other books in the ‘Jensen’ series but I think this would work equally well as a standalone read. The author skilfully recaps the past without seeming to deviate at all from the plot line of this excellent book. Some people may find the theme of the case they are investigating difficult to read as it focuses on child sexual abuse but it is not unnecessarily portrayed or gratuitous.
The characters in the book feel realistically flawed and driven by a need to solve the case at all costs. They act impulsively but, at no point, are their actions unbelievable. The action moves forward at pace and rushes to an exciting ending. I could not put it down and cannot wait for the next instalment!