Jo Nesbø

Jo Nesbø — 11 titles in the rankings, first published between 1997 and 2017. They average 7.7, below the 7.8 the whole catalogue averages. One series has a reading order worth keeping to.

Editor’s note Dark Scandinavian crime featuring Harry Hole, a brilliant, self-destructive Oslo detective. The first two books, set in Australia and Bangkok, were translated into English late and rate lowest; most readers start with The Redbreast, where Harry’s Oslo story really begins, and read on in order. The Snowman is the best known; The Redeemer and Police rate highest. The Son is a strong standalone.

Ranked titles

11 books

Average score

7.7

Total ratings

1.6K

First published

1997–2017

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