Maj Sjowall
The Martin Beck series - The Fire Engine That Disappeared: 9
- ISBN 13:
- 9780007439157
- author:
- Maj Sjowall
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Fourth Estate
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2016
- Pages:
- 288
- Dimensions:
- 19.6 x 12.8 x 2 cm
- Genre:
- Books
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 3 working days
Description
The Fire Engine that Disappeared is the fifth novel in the Martin Beck series by Maj Sjöwall and Per Wahlöö. Written in the 1960s, these novels are considered the foundation of Scandinavian crime writing and have influenced many notable authors. In this particular book, a mysterious event sets off a chain of investigation for Chief Inspector Martin Beck and his team. As they dig deeper, they uncover a complex web of circumstances that lead them to question their initial assumptions. The novel's central mystery is linked to a cryptic message left by the victim, which becomes a crucial clue in the case. The Martin Beck series can be read independently, but reading the books in chronological order provides the best understanding of the characters' development and the intricate plotlines that unfold.