All the books by Hakan Nesser adapted to cinema and television

The meticulously organized life of a Swedish TV presenter spirals into chaos when she confronts her controlling husband about an accusation. Her decision to flee triggers a series of deceitful acts and escalating paranoia in this gripping psychological thriller.

Following her mother’s passing, a young woman initiates a quest to track down several men seemingly linked by a particular piece of music. She plays this haunting melody to each of them over the phone, only to follow with their demise.

It’s the year 1962, and Erik, along with his newly befriended companion Edmund and his adult brother Henry, is set to enjoy their summer vacation in a somewhat run-down house near Lake Genesaret. Everything seems perfect as the summer unfolds to be the best they’ve ever had. However, things take a dark turn when Ewa Kaludis, bearing a striking resemblance to Kim Novak, arrives at their retreat. She initiates a fateful relationship with Henry, and that’s when ‘the terrible thing’ occurs, leaving everyone in suspense as to who might be responsible.

Jan Miller awakens one morning with a throbbing hangover, only to find his wife’s side of the bed empty and neatly arranged. A chilling revelation awaits him in the bathroom: his wife’s lifeless body lies submerged in the bathtub.

On a tranquil spring morning, a man is released from prison after having spent the majority of his adult life incarcerated. This individual has been found guilty of murder not once, but twice.

The one case that has always eluded Van Veeteren returns to trouble him as the daughter of a murdered private investigator seeks his help. An individual known for his savage acts of spousal murder, who had vanished years ago, has now reemerged using a different identity – or so it appears. Van Veeteren holds personal motivations for desiring his capture.

The story of a content and amorous doctor whose life takes a grim turn one rainy night when he accidentally strikes a young boy with his car. Fearing the worst, he flees the scene upon seeing the boy’s lifeless body. However, his world unravels further when he receives a letter, revealing that someone is aware of his actions and demands hush money. From thereon, the doctor’s life becomes increasingly complicated and precarious.

Upon discovering the lifeless form of an affluent wine merchant on a beach, bearing numerous stab wounds, law enforcement is concerned about potential sensationalism in the media. However, the swift apprehension of the victim’s former associate, in light of compelling evidence, hints at a prompt resolution to the case.

After a girl is tragically murdered shortly after departing from a secluded religious community, Moreno finds himself embroiled in a challenging investigation. The community closes ranks and adamantly refuses to cooperate, making his task even more difficult. However, when another girl is abducted, and her gruesome evidence, in the form of bloody fingernails, is sent to the police, the walls of silence within the community begin to crumble, and people start speaking up.

What significance lies in a name, if not a connection to murder? Münster stumbles upon the lifeless body of a young woman in her residence and startles the intruder who is still within the premises. Despite the murderer managing to escape, a rare book with an inscription from the perpetrator is discovered at the crime scene. As another victim emerges, Van Veeteren’s knowledge of literature is challenged, revealing that they are confronting a serial killer who selects names from 19th-century crime novels for his victims.

Van Veeteren discovers that retiring from the police force is not as straightforward as he thought when two decapitated bodies are discovered in quick succession. The matching modus operandi in these gruesome murders prompts the investigative teams from Maardam and Kaalbringen to join forces, although this collaboration is not without its challenges.

Henny and Agnes were formerly inseparable until a catastrophe severed their bond. Now, Henny has reentered Agnes’ life and presents an unusual request: she seeks Agnes’ assistance in orchestrating the demise of her husband, David.