A review by ajnel
Bitter Flowers by Gunnar Staalesen

dark mysterious fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

5.0

The latest novel (in English) in the Varg Veum series, ie., "Bitter Flowers", yet again demonstrates Staalesin's unique command of the gumshoe whodunnit.  Staalesin's ability to add extremely nuanced breadcrumbs into many intertwined storylines is for the most unparalleled.  4.5/5