The Chestnut Man

by Soren Sveistrup
The Chestnut Man cover
Good Books rating 4.67
Thriller/Suspense
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  • ID: 1351
  • Added: 2025-10-05
  • Updated: 2025-10-05
  • ISBN: 9780062895387
  • Publisher: HarperCollins
  • Published: 2019-09-03
  • Reviews: 3

From the creator of the hit television show The Killing, Søren Sveistrup delivers a gripping thriller that has captivated international audiences. A psychopath is on the loose in Copenhagen, leaving behind a gruesome calling card—a handmade doll made of matchsticks and chestnuts. The discovery of a young girl's fingerprint on one of the dolls links the current crimes to a previous kidnapping and murder, sending shockwaves through the city. /n/n As detectives race against time to piece together the killer's clues, they must confront their own differences and the horrifying reality that the Chestnut Man's mission is far from over. This stylish and atmospheric thriller keeps readers on the edge of their seats, blending suspense and intrigue in a race to save innocent lives.

Reviews
Emma's Library Treasures · 2019-10-24
intriguing 4.50

The book is a warped, gruesome, and riveting thriller that is not for the faint-hearted. The writing is sharp and atmospheric.

The reviewer from Emma's Library Treasures describes The Chestnut Man as a warped and gruesome thriller that is not suitable for the faint-hearted. They praise the book's sharp and atmospheric writing, which keeps the reader engaged throughout. The reviewer also highlights the complex and layered plot, which makes the book a compelling read.

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    Not for the faint hearted, this was a warped, gruesome, eerie and riveting thriller.

    Complex and layered, the writing is sharp and atmospheric.

    With short chapters this was easy to read and compelling.

Crime by the Book · 2019-10-20
brilliant 4.50

The novel is a bold and brash thriller that stands out in the Nordic Noir genre. It's a gripping and atmospheric read.

The reviewer at Crime by the Book describes The Chestnut Man as a bold and brash thriller that is bound to become a classic in the Nordic Noir genre. They praise the book's gripping and atmospheric nature, noting that it keeps the reader on the edge of their seat. The reviewer also highlights the intricate plot and well-developed characters that make the book a standout in its genre.

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    THE CHESTNUT MAN is a bold, brash, big thriller; a crime novel bound to become a Nordic Noir classic.

    It's dark, and like the best crime novels it's a great psychological thriller.

    Complex and layered, the writing is sharp and atmospheric.

The Gloss Book Club · Marie Nguyen · 2019-01-01
excellent 5.00

The book is a gripping Scandinavian Noir that leaves a lasting impression. It's dark and suspenseful, making it hard to put down.

Marie Nguyen found The Chestnut Man to be a deeply unsettling and compelling read. She highlights the book's ability to stay with the reader long after finishing it, praising its dark and suspenseful nature. The reviewer also notes the intricate plot and well-developed characters that make it a standout in the Scandinavian Noir genre. Marie's enthusiasm for the book is evident, and she recommends it highly to fans of psychological thrillers.

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    The Chestnut Man has definitely left me reeling, it's a Scandinavian Noir novel that will stay with you for a while.

    It's dark, and like the best crime novels it's a great psychological thriller.

    Soren Sveistrup is a screen writer probably most famous in the ...

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