Can you recommend some Danish authors of crime fiction?

Danish crime fiction often features a gloomy and atmospheric setting. The cold climate and often isolated landscapes of Denmark add to the sense of mystery.

One popular Danish crime fiction book is 'The Keeper of Lost Causes' by Jussi Adler - Olsen. It features a complex detective character and a thrilling mystery.

Another popular one is 'Those Who Kill' series. It delves deep into the minds of the killers and the detectives trying to catch them. The Danish setting adds a unique flavor to the crime stories, with its distinct culture and atmosphere playing a role in the narrative.

Elsebeth Egholm's 'Those Who Kill' has been successful in terms of sales. It offers a psychological exploration of the criminal mind along with a well - paced mystery. The Danish crime fiction market has produced some great works that have not only been critically acclaimed but also popular among readers, and these are just a few of the best - selling ones.

Jussi Adler - Olsen is a very famous author. His 'Department Q' series has been widely read both in Denmark and internationally.

One well - known Norwegian author of crime fiction is Jo Nesbø. His books often feature the character Harry Hole and are full of complex mysteries and dark atmospheres.

One well - known Finnish author of crime fiction is Matti Joensuu. His works often feature complex characters and a gritty portrayal of Finnish society within the crime - mystery framework.

One of the well - known Scandinavian crime fiction authors is Stieg Larsson. His 'Millennium' series, starting with 'The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo', is extremely popular. It features complex characters and engaging mystery plots. Another is Henning Mankell. His Kurt Wallander series is famous. The stories are set in Sweden and the detective Wallander has to deal with various crimes while also dealing with his own personal issues.

One well - known Swedish author of crime fiction is Stieg Larsson. His 'Millennium' series, including 'The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo', is extremely popular worldwide. The books are known for their complex plots and strong female characters.

One of the well - known authors in highbrow crime fiction is Tana French. Her novels, like 'In the Woods', are full of complex characters and intricate plots. Another is P. D. James. Her works often explore deep themes within the crime genre. Also, Henning Mankell is great. His Kurt Wallander series combines crime - solving with in - depth looks at Swedish society.