{"product_id":"midnight-sun","title":"Midnight Sun","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMidnight Sun\u003c\/em\u003e by Jo Nesbo is a gripping exploration of crime, redemption, and the haunting beauty of the Norwegian wilderness. Set against the backdrop of Norway’s northern regions, where the sun never sets during the summer months, this tale weaves an intricate narrative of tension and survival. Jon, our protagonist, finds himself on the run after betraying Oslo’s most formidable crime lord, known only as the Fisherman.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJon escapes to a remote mountain town, seeking refuge among a secluded religious sect. As he hides away in a shepherd’s cabin, he contends not only with his pursuers but also with the relentless, maddening light of the midnight sun. His only companions are Lea, a bereaved mother grappling with her own demons, and her young son, Knut, whose innocence and kindness offer Jon brief moments of respite and hope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLea’s act of kindness in providing Jon with a rifle, and Knut's brave endeavour of delivering essential supplies, form a fragile lifeline. However, tranquility is elusive as Jon grapples with encroaching insanity driven by perpetual daylight and the incessant threat of discovery. The Fisherman’s men draw ever closer, turning Jon’s hideaway into a pressure-cooker of suspense.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis novel is a brilliantly crafted thriller, where every word is meticulously chosen to build an atmosphere of unyielding tension. Nesbo’s narrative brilliance is on full display, delivering a succinct and lyrical story that strikes deeply and lingers long after the final page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOW A MAJOR FILM AS \u003cem\u003eTHE HANGING SUN\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"A perfectly formed thriller that pierces the heart with its icy brilliance\" \u003cem\u003eSunday Mirror\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrilliant... A short, lyrical tale where every word counts\" \u003cem\u003eDaily Express\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJo Nesbo, acclaimed for his masterful storytelling, has sold over 50 million books worldwide. \u003cem\u003eMidnight Sun\u003c\/em\u003e is a testament to his ability to evoke atmospheric settings and complex characters within the claustrophobic constraints of a taut thriller.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover Jo Nesbo's new book, \u003cem\u003eThe Jealousy Man\u003c\/em\u003e, available now.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45695494062316,"sku":"9781784703899","price":30.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781784703899.jpg?v=1725631789","url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/products\/midnight-sun","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}