Jar City (Inspector Erlendur, #3)
by Arnaldur Indriðason, Bernard Scudder
Jar City by Arnaldur Indriðason, Bernard Scudder holds a well received rating of 3.80 out of 5, based on 11.8K reader ratings. First published in 2000. The book spans 275 pages.
About Jar City
When a lonely old man is found murdered in his Reykjavík flat, the only clues are a cryptic note left by the killer and a photograph of a young girl’s grave. Inspector Erlendur, who heads the investigation team, discovers that many years ago the victim was accused, though not convicted, of an unsolved crime. Did the old man’s past come back to haunt him?As the team of detectives reopen this very cold case, Inspector Erlendur uncovers secrets that are much larger than the murder of one old man--secrets that have been carefully guarded by many people for many years. As he follows a fascinating trail of unusual forensic evidence, Erlendur also confronts stubborn personal conflicts that reveal his own depth and complexity of character.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Arnaldur Indriðason, Bernard Scudder |
| Published | 2000 |
| Pages | 275 |
| Genres | Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller, Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Suspense |
| Average Rating | 3.80 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 11,803 |
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What genre is Jar City?
Jar City is categorized as Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller, Fiction, Mystery & Thriller. Its primary genre classification is Mystery & Thriller.
Is Jar City worth reading?
Based on 11.8K reader ratings, Jar City has an average score of 3.80 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is Jar City?
Jar City has 275 pages.
Who wrote Jar City?
Jar City was written by Arnaldur Indriðason, Bernard Scudder. It was first published in 2000.
What is the ISBN for Jar City?
The ISBN-13 for Jar City is 9780312340700.0.
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