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The Hidden Child (Patrik Hedström, #5)

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Mystery & Thriller Mystery & Thriller Fiction Mystery & Thriller

by Camilla Läckberg, Tiina Nunnally

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3.94 (8K ratings)
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description 400 pages
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The Hidden Child by Camilla Läckberg, Tiina Nunnally holds a well received rating of 3.94 out of 5, based on 8K reader ratings. First published in 2007. The book spans 400 pages.

About The Hidden Child

Crime writer Erica Falck is shocked to discover a Nazi medal among her late mother’s possessions. Haunted by a childhood of neglect, she resolves to dig deep into her family’s past and finally uncover the reasons why. Her enquiries lead her to the home of a retired history teacher. He was among her mother’s circle of friends during the Second World War but her questions are met with bizarre and evasive answers. Two days later he meets a violent death. Detective Patrik Hedström, Erica’s husband, is on paternity leave but soon becomes embroiled in the murder investigation. Who would kill so ruthlessly to bury secrets so old? Reluctantly Erica must read her mother’s wartime diaries. But within the pages is a painful revelation about Erica’s past. Could what little knowledge she has be enough to endanger her husband and newborn baby? The dark past is coming to light, and no one will escape the truth of how they came to be . . .

Detail Value
Author Camilla Läckberg, Tiina Nunnally
Published 2007
Pages 400
Genres Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller, Fiction, Mystery & Thriller
Average Rating 3.94 / 5.00
Total Ratings 7,998

Reader Ratings & Analysis

Rating Overview

3.9
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8K ratings
With a rating of 3.94, The Hidden Child is rated below the global average of 4.17. Compared to its genre average of 3.95, it performs on par.

How It Compares

3.94
This Book
3.95
Mystery & Thriller Average
4.17
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Frequently Asked Questions

What genre is The Hidden Child?

The Hidden Child is categorized as Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller, Fiction, Mystery & Thriller. Its primary genre classification is Mystery & Thriller.

Is The Hidden Child worth reading?

Based on 8K reader ratings, The Hidden Child has an average score of 3.94 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."

How many pages is The Hidden Child?

The Hidden Child has 400 pages.

Who wrote The Hidden Child?

The Hidden Child was written by Camilla Läckberg, Tiina Nunnally. It was first published in 2007.

What is the ISBN for The Hidden Child?

The ISBN-13 for The Hidden Child is 9780007419490.0.

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