Summary
From the master of thriller writing, comes a sweeping historical novel based on the true story of a Swedish woman who ran the most famous brothel in Mozambique: a gripping and thought-provoking read.
A Treacherous Paradise sees Henning Mankell turn his talents for writing gripping thrillers to a world where power and powerlessness meet and passion is a dangerous commodity.
Hanna Lundmark escapes the brutal poverty of rural Sweden for a job as a cook onboard a steamshi…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780099572176 |
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| ISBN-10: | 0099572176 |
| Author: | Henning Mankell, Laurie Thompson |
| Publisher: | Vintage Publishing |
| Imprint: | Vintage |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 400 |
| Release Date: | 1 August 2014 |
| Weight: | 277g |
| Dimensions: | 24mm x 129mm x 198mm |
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Critics Review
A sensuous, beguiling tapestry
A sensuous, beguiling tapestry – William Boyd * New York Times *
Timelessly resonant * Independent *
Mankell uses his deep knowledge of Mozambique’s history and politics to great advantage in this unusual and riveting story * Daily Mail *
Mankell is the master. Let’s be honest: I hate thrillers. But I love Mankell – Viv Groskop * Red Magazine *
Profound and compelling… Paints a convincing and poignant picture * Good Book Guide *
Mankell uses his deep knowledge of Mozambique’s history and politics to great advantage in this unusual and riveting story – Kathy Stevenson * Daily Mail *
Intriguing – Tina Moran * Daily Express *
A gripping page turner * O, The Oprah Magazine *
Henning Mankell
Henning Mankell (1948-2015) became a worldwide phenomenon with his crime writing, gripping thrillers, and atmospheric novels set in Africa. His prizewinning and critically acclaimed Inspector Wallander Mysteries continue to dominate bestseller lists all over the globe. His books have been translated into forty-five languages and made into numerous international film and television adaptations, most recently the BAFTA-award-winning BBC television series Wallander, starring Kenneth Branagh.
Driven by a desire to change the world and to fight against racism and nationalism, Mankell devoted much of his time to working with charities in Africa, including SOS Children’s Villages and PLAN International. He was also director of the Teatro Avenida in Maputo. In 2008, the University of St Andrews conferred Henning Mankell with an honorary degree of Doctor of Letters in recognition of his major contribution to literature and to the practical exercise of conscience.
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