If you are reading the series in order, this book follows The Stonecutter ( Stenhuggaren ) and precedes The Hidden Child ( La huella del cielo ). You can see the full series progression on Crime by the Book .

A scandalous show called "Fucking Tanum" arrives to film in the village, bringing a group of fame-hungry contestants who stir up local resentment.

A biting critique of reality television and the lengths people go to for 15 minutes of fame.

As is typical for Läckberg, the contemporary mystery is deeply rooted in secrets from the past that eventually collide with the present. Technical Note for EPUB Users

Patrik investigates the death of a woman in what initially looks like a drunk-driving accident. However, he soon discovers similar "accidents" across Sweden, suggesting a serial killer is at work. Reading Context

According to Amazon , the story follows Patrik and Erica as they balance life with their eight-month-old daughter, Maja, while planning their upcoming wedding. The peace of Tanum is disrupted by two major events: