Scandi crime thrills: The Best Nordic Noir books of all time

Nordic Noir is a crime fiction genre rooted in Scandinavia, blending gritty crime stories with atmospheric settings. The novels usually blend morally complex characters, often troubled detectives grappling with their own demons, while solving brutal crimes in isolated, icy towns. The genre gained worldwide fame through authors like Henning Mankell (Wallander), Jo Nesbø (Harry Hole), and Stieg Larsson (The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo).Here’s a curated selection of the best Nordic Noir novels to immerse yourself in.