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Police

By: Jo Nesbo, Don Bartlett - translator
Narrated by: Sean Barrett
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The police urgently need Harry Hole

A killer is stalking Oslo’s streets. Police officers are being slain at the scenes of crimes they once investigated, but failed to solve. The murders are brutal, the media reaction hysterical.

But this time, Harry can’t help anyone

For years, detective Harry Hole has been at the centre of every major criminal investigation in Oslo. His dedication to his job and his brilliant insights have saved the lives of countless people. But now, with those he loves most facing terrible danger, Harry can’t protect anyone.

Least of all himself.

 Crime Fiction Genre Fiction International Mystery & Crime Literary Fiction Mystery Police Procedurals World Literature Crime Fiction Suspense

Critic Reviews

Boasts the customary ability to render attempts at work and sleep futile until it is finished (Jake Kerridge)
As usual, the brilliant Nesbo is several steps ahead of you in this endlessly twisting, multi-layered thriller that also shines a light on the murky areas of Norway’s upper echelons (Natasha Harding)
Scandinavian crime thrillers don’t come much darker or more tense than the best-selling Harry Hole series, and this tenth outing for the Norwegian detective is the best yet (Deirdre O’Brien)
In the dark world of Scandinavian crime, Jo Nesbo's novels are darker than most… Settle down with a glass of Akvavit and prepare for a long night
Resistance is futile: Nesbo has some rare, Ancient Mariner-type gift for holding his readers completely in thrall until he has finished with us (Jake Kerridge)
Nesbo’s best since The Snowman … Particularly strong in portraying the interaction between cops
A terrifying roller-coaster (Myles McWeeney)
It's easy to see why his books are mega-sellers – those enormous, pulsating plots drag you in without mercy... Compulsive (Iain Finlayson/Kate Saunders)
In Harry Hole, [Nesbo has] created the most complex, compelling and at times frustrating detective... Probably his best yet (Cherie Blair)
Fans of the series will know what to expect, and won't be disappointed
All stars
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another nesbo classic...hanging on for the 7th July for his next installment! the police..started a little slow but never failed to exceed expectations as the story built. as always well narrated by Sean barret
love it!

can jo nesbo do no wrong?

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This was a great story. Excitement til the very end with twists aplenty. Would happily recommend to anyone who loves an action packed thriller

Great listen

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Would you listen to Police again? Why?

I don't enjoy re-listening or re-watching movies

What other book might you compare Police to, and why?

Jo Nesbo is a fantastic crime thriller writer

Which scene did you most enjoy?

The whole book

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Yes, I listened to it in one week

Any additional comments?

Can't wait for the next Harry Hole book to come out in May 2017

Thank you Jo Nesbo!

Loved this whole series of 10 books

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Another brilliant book by Jo Nesbo. These just keep getting better and better.

The narration was as excellent as always but one part of the story stood out from the rest. It has to be one of the most gripping pieces of narration I have heard, Well done Sean

I am saddened that there is only one left now in the series.

Outstanding

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a complete performance, an edge of your seat account from a disturbed but lovable character.

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