The hour of the wolf

This killer has his own story.
To reveal it, he must be caught.

When an arms dealer turns up dead on the streets of Minneapolis, all evidence points to a lone wolf, a sniper who has vanished without a trace. When the shooter strikes again, non-conformist detective Bob Oz is called in to solve the case. They don't believe this victim will be the last. Bob refuses to follow the police chief's instructions, because something reminds Bob of a case he'd rather forget. And as the victim count rises, he suspects something even darker is at play. The closer he gets to the truth, the more disturbed he becomes. Because this serial killer reminds him of someone dangerous: himself.
In The Hour of the Wolf, Jo Nesbø sets the action in the Midwestern United States of 2016. A gritty novel in Nesbø's best style – in an America on the brink.

THE PRESS WROTE
The master of Scandinavian noir turns his gaze to the Midwestern United States in an exceptionally well-crafted thriller. With biting humor, he tackles arms trafficking, police corruption, and the psychological traumas of modern Minneapolis's citizens. Readers will have no doubt they are in the hands of a brilliant storyteller. And that's amazing.
Publishers Weekly

The Hour of the Wolf is a compelling read with a spectacular and twisty plot, intellectually demanding touches, and charming characters like Lisa the bartender, whose interaction with Oz is one of the book's strongest points. Another outstanding work from the author of the Harry Hole series.
Kirkus

Nesbo has created a ticking time bomb – a deeply human exploration of loneliness and grief. Nesbo's vivid storytelling and social commentary are imbued with tremendous emotional depth. Highly recommended for newcomers to Scandinavian noir looking for a fresh take on justice.
Booklist

Bob Oz is the ultimate antihero.
Adresseavisen

Jo Nesbø accurately analyzes political and social issues in the USA, and this analysis effectively transforms into an unbeatable detective story.
Stavanger Aftenblad

USA, loneliness, gun ownership, corrupt police, ruthless gangs. But Nesbø also manages to convey a sincere admiration for the great dynamic country of the West, a dimension often lost when Europeans try to record all the flaws of the USA.
NRK

The author shows in the best way that the weapon you make will, sooner or later, be turned against you.
Dagsavisen