Department Q Reading Order
| Title | Published | Buy on Amazon |
|---|---|---|
| The Keeper of Lost Causes (Mercy) | 2011 | Buy |
| The Absent One (Disgrace) | 2012 | Buy |
| A Conspiracy of Faith (Redemption) | 2013 | Buy |
| The Purity of Vengeance (Guilt) | 2013 | Buy |
| The Marco Effect (Buried) | 2014 | Buy |
| The Hanging Girl | 2015 | Buy |
| The Scarred Woman | 2017 | Buy |
| Victim 2117 | 2020 | Buy |
| The Shadow Murders | 2022 | Buy |
| Locked In | 2024 | Buy |
Jussi Adler-Olsen is Denmark’s premier crime writer and a global bestseller. His work is a cornerstone of the “Nordic Noir” genre, characterized by dark themes, complex social commentary, and brooding atmosphere. Before becoming a full-time writer, he had a varied career as a publisher, editor, and even a composer.
His Department Q series has become an international phenomenon, translated into over 40 languages. Adler-Olsen is known for his intricate plotting and the distinct, often humorous dynamic between his mismatched investigators.