Author : JO NESBO
ISBN No : 9780099581871
Language : English
Categories : FICTION
Sub Categories : THRILLER / SUSPENCE
Publisher : VINTAGE BOOKS
The Bat: A Harry Hole Thriller is the first book in the bestselling Harry Hole series. Harry Hole is a Norwegian detective who lands in Sydney, Australia with regards to the rape and murder of Inger Holter, a Norwegian national. Invited in a diplomatic capacity, Hole's primary job is to observe and be a part of the investigation but from a distance. However, how long can Harry Hole keep out of trouble?
The plot starts at the murder of Inger Holter, a young blonde who has been raped, stifled and thrown off a cliff. Assisted by Andrew Kensington, Hole learns a great deal about the local culture. However, his sharp senses soon put him amongst the thick of things. Further, he hooks up with a Swedish barmaid who was friends with Inger leading to meetings with a number of peculiar characters ranging from pimps, prostitutes, transvestites and fighters in Sydney.