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It is autumn 1981 when inconceivable horror comes to Blackeberg, a suburb in Sweden. The body of a teenager is found, emptied of blood, the murder rumored to be part of a ritual killing. Twelve-year-old Oskar is personally hoping that revenge has come at long last—revenge for the bullying he endures at school, day after day. But the murder is not the most important thing on his mind. A new girl has moved in next door—a girl who has never seen a Rubik's Cube before, but who can solve it at once. There is something wrong with her, though, something odd. And she only comes out at night.

What happens if you fall in love with the wrong person? Two friends, two artists, two men that love the same woman - a tragedy, an unforgivable deception and a chance to begin again. Killing a Friend is a book of love, longing and lust.T.S. O'Rourke's writing has been declared powerful and beautiful by both readers and critics alike.

Read the first three books of the series around the private detectives Lars and Elin in one volume: VANISHED? She: a very hot 30 something Swedish woman. He: a native of Berlin, on vacation in rural Sweden, seeking solace for his broken heart. They meet. He finds her irresistible. But before their relationship can get off the ground, she vanishes mysteriously, having apparently been abducted. So Martin sets out to rescue Liv from her captors, with the aid of two Swedish detectives in a race against time – and across Sweden. In so doing, Martin and his intrepid detective duo put their very...

Dead women should not show up in photos fourteen years beyond the grave. But if anyone is likely to recognize Claire Lidman, it's her husband, Samuel. He brings the photo to Hans Rekke and Micaela Vargas. Their initial skepticism gives way to cautious belief—but where will this case lead them? Meanwhile, Rekke's daughter, Julia, has a new boyfriend she's determined to keep secret. When word gets out, Micaela's world collapses around her, and Rekke is forced to confront a nemesis from his youth.

Bill Olsson, recently widowed, is desperate to provide for his daughter, Sally. Struggling to pay rent, he welcomes a lodger into their home: Karla, a law student and aspiring judge, who works as a housekeeper to make ends meet. Her clients are the Rytters, an incredibly wealthy couple who hide behind closed doors. The wife is ill and hasn’t left the house in months. The husband is controlling and obsessive. Is he just a worried husband, concerned for his wife’s health? Or is there something more sinister at play?

In one of the most amazing rescues of WWII, the Swedish head of the Red Cross rescued more than 30,000 people from concentration camps in the last three months of the war. Folke Bernadotte did so by negotiating with the enemy - shaking hands with Heinrich Himmler, the head of the Gestapo. Time was of the essence, as Hitler had ordered the destruction of all camps and everyone in them.

I have written eight tales alongside Benjamin. Brothers bear was the last edition adapted for his autism and level of understanding. We both provide illustrations. We’ve made a tale of monsters, inspired by the likes of Snow White and Cinderella. They live in the land of snow. I can see now, that there’s a connection to the things I describe in here. The tales originate from various folklore stories and have - over time - transformed into popular tales among others. I have told them to Benjamin as child and due to his hindrance, it is now comforting that I continue these tales. He has ...

Lagom is a Swedish idea of “just enough”. You learn how to live your life with not too little but not too much, either. This is the key to true success and happiness, and we are going to explore exactly how to make this happen in this guidebook. When you learn how to live with just enough rather than trying to live in excess and worrying about how much debt you are in or how much you have to work all of the time, you can live a life that is much happier.

Are you ready to embrace a clutter-free life and leave behind a legacy of organization and peace? Swedish Death Cleaning for Adults is your ultimate guide to simplifying your space, preserving memories, and ensuring your loved ones are not burdened with unnecessary belongings. This insightful book goes beyond traditional decluttering methods, introducing you to the unique Swedish practice of döstädning—a thoughtful approach to organizing your home and digital life with purpose.

Master Swedish with Learn Swedish - Word Power 101. This audiobook is a completely new way to learn Swedish vocabulary fast - and for free! Start speaking Swedish in minutes with the powerful learning methods you will master in this book. The vocabulary words you'll find in Learn Swedish - Word Power 101 were hand selected by our Swedish language teachers as the top 101 most frequently used words in the Swedish language.

Uncover the secrets of the Swedish philosophy of life called Lagom - meaning 'just enough'. At its core is the idea that we can strike a healthy balance with the world around us without having to make extreme changes and without denying ourselves anything. This delightful audiobook, written by Niki Brantmark, founder and curator of the award winning interior design blog My Scandinavian Home, gives a taste of the philosophy behind Lagom and shows how to include some of the principles in our daily lives.

Conquer the MBLEx: Your Guide to Success on the FSMTB Massage & Bodywork Licensing Examination is your ultimate resource for passing the Massage & Bodywork Licensing Examination (MBLEx) with confidence. This comprehensive guide provides in-depth coverage of all the key topics tested on the exam, ensuring you have the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed. The book is meticulously organized to mirror the structure of the MBLEx, covering essential areas such as anatomy and physiology, kinesiology, pathology, and massage techniques. What sets this guide apart is its focus on real-world ...

Stockholm: From one day to the next, 16-year old Hanna just vanishes without a trace. Her worried parents hire detectives Lars and Elin to find their daughter. The two of them do just that and very quickly. However, Hanna’s problems are far from over – she is trapped in the clutches of a “loverboy”. Just a couple of months later, the two private detectives are asked to help once again, because Hanna has been arrested for a serious crime. In order to prove her innocence, Lars and Elin have to dive into the dangerous underworld of prostitution, drugs and murder. This difficult ...

Christina’s idyllic existence with her husband Patrik comes to an abrupt end when Patrik suddenly vanishes from their suburban home in Stockholm. Christina is precipitated into a hellishly desperate and anguished search for Patrik – which after six weeks turns up nary a trace of him. At her wits end, she contacts local sleuths Lars and Elin, who, after a brief investigation, reach the conclusion that Patrik simply decided to abandon his cushy existence to embark on a new life –without Christina. Lars and Elin ultimately trace Patrik’s movements to the wooded wilds of northern Sweden...

Start speaking Swedish in minutes and grasp the language, culture, and customs in just minutes more with Absolute Beginner Swedish, a completely new way to learn Swedish with ease! Absolute Beginner Swedish will have you speaking with proper pronunciation from the very first lesson and arm you with cultural insight and other information to utterly shock and amaze your Swedish friends.

Swedish Phase 1, Units 26-30 build on material taught in prior units. Each lesson provides 30 minutes of spoken language practice, with an introductory conversation, and new vocabulary and structures. Detailed instructions enable you to understand and participate in the conversation.

When Inspector Anita Sundström discovers that a gunman is targeting immigrants in Malmö and that the charismatic head of an advertising agency has been found dead in his shower, she is determined to investigate. Unfortunately she is sidelined by her antagonistic boss, who has given her the task of finding a stolen painting. But when another prominent Malmö businessman is found murdered, Sundström finds herself back in the action and facing new threats.

When Gustaf and Anna Klar and their three children leave Sweden for New York in 1897, they take with them a terrible secret and a longing for a new life. But their dream of starting over is nearly crushed at the outset: a fire devastates Ellis Island just as they arrive, and then the relentlessly harsh conditions and lack of work in the city make it impossible for Gustaf to support his family. An unexpected gift allows the Klars to make one more desperate move, this time to the Midwest and a place called Swede Hollow.

Are you ready to relieve your loved ones of the burden of sorting out your possessions when you are no longer able to? Swedish Death Cleaning offers a gentle and thoughtful approach to decluttering that aligns with making life easier and more enjoyable for you and your family. This concise guide provides all the information and motivation you need to start this liberating process. Learn how to create a welcoming, uncluttered home that reflects a well-lived life.

Detective Leonore Asker seems to have the leading position at Malmö’s Major Crime Division within reach. But things go awry when, in the middle of a high profile kidnapping case, management relegates her to the so-called Department of Lost Souls—the unit for odd, cold cases banished to the basement of the police station.