About the book
In this chilling installment of “the first great series of police thrillers” (Michael Ondaatje, national bestselling author of Warlight) by an internationally renowned crime duo, superintendent Martin Beck investigates a string of child murders.
In the once peaceful parks of Stockholm, a killer is stalking young girls and disposing their bodies. The city is on edge, and an undercurrent of fear has gripped its residents. Martin Beck, now a superintendent, has two possible witnesses: a silent, stone-cold mugger and a mute three year old boy. With the likelihood of another murder growing as each day passes, the police force work night and day. But their efforts have offered little insight into the methodology of the killer. Then a distant memory resurfaces in Beck's mind, and he may just have the break he needs.
Editions of The Man on the Balcony
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780307390479
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780394717777
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780679745969
- EBook
- ISBN 9780307744272
Read an Excerpt
In this chilling installment of “the first great series of police thrillers” (Michael Ondaatje, national bestselling author of Warlight) by an internationally renowned crime duo, superintendent Martin Beck investigates a string of child murders.
In the once peaceful parks of Stockholm, a killer is stalking young girls and disposing their bodies. The city is on edge, and an undercurrent of fear has gripped its residents. Martin Beck, now a superintendent, has two possible witnesses: a silent, stone-cold mugger and a mute three year old boy. With the likelihood of another murder growing as each day passes, the police force work night and day. But their efforts have offered little insight into the methodology of the killer. Then a distant memory resurfaces in Beck's mind, and he may just have the break he needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Man on the Balcony about?
In this chilling installment of “the first great series of police thrillers” (Michael Ondaatje, national bestselling author of Warlight) by an internationally renowned crime duo, superintendent Martin Beck investigates a string of child murders.
In the once peaceful parks of Stockholm, a killer is stalking young girls and disposing their bodies. The city is on edge, and an undercurrent of fear has gripped its residents. Martin Beck, now a superintendent, has two possible witnesses: a silent, stone-cold mugger and a mute three year old boy. With the likelihood of another murder growing as each day passes, the police force work night and day. But their efforts have offered little insight into the methodology of the killer. Then a distant memory resurfaces in Beck's mind, and he may just have the break he needs.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in The Man on the Balcony?
Fiction > Crime and / or mystery fiction > Crime and mystery: police procedural
Where can I read a sample of The Man on the Balcony?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780307390479
Is The Man on the Balcony part of a series, and can it be read as a standalone?
Yes it is a part of series Martin Beck Police Mystery Series
Who is/are the Author/s of the book The Man on the Balcony?
Maj Sjowall, Per Wahloo
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
The Man on the Balcony is available as paperback(ISBN 9780307390479) and paperback(ISBN 9780394717777) and paperback(ISBN 9780679745969) and ebook(ISBN 9780307744272)
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