{"title":"Katja Ivar","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our Katja Ivar collection, where crime and thrillers take centre stage. Katja Ivar is a masterful storyteller known for her gripping mystery novels that keep readers on the edge of their seats. If you're looking for suspenseful tales filled with intricate plots and memorable characters, you've come to the right place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eKatja Ivar's books are set against the atmospheric background of Finland, weaving together historical elements with intense crime narratives. Her debut novel, \u003cem\u003eEvil Things\u003c\/em\u003e, introduces readers to Hella Mauzer, a pioneering female detective in a male-dominated world. As she navigates the challenges of her profession, Hella is faced with complex cases that test her resolve and her skills.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eDeep as Death\u003c\/em\u003e, the stakes are raised even higher as Hella dives into the murky waters of Helsinki’s underworld. With a storyline full of twists and unexpected revelations, this novel is a must-read for crime fiction enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTrouble\u003c\/em\u003e, another captivating entry in the series, continues to explore themes of justice and morality, all the while immersing readers in the brooding Finnish landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eKatja Ivar’s books are perfect for fans of sophisticated crime thrillers, offering an immersive reading experience that combines rich historical detail with pulse-pounding suspense. Discover your next favourite mystery within this compelling collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"deep-as-death-by-katja-ivar-9781912242306","title":"Deep as Death","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA woman author and a female heroine. A misunderstood, flawed, whip-smart detective, now a P.I, fighting against both prejudice and crime.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHella Mauzer has just been fired by the police and is now a reluctant private investigator. Escaping the mind-numbing routine of shadowing unfaithful spouses, Hella finds herself at the centre of an investigation of multiple murders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt all begins when a prostitute is found floating upside down in Helsinki Harbour. Not exactly a high priority case for the Helsinki police, so homicide chief Jokela passes the job to his former colleague Hella. 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German troops were sent to Finland, the Gestapo arrived in Helsinki and German influence on local government was strong, including demands for the deportation of local Jews.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eColonel Mauzer, his wife, and other family members were killed by a truck in a hit and run incident. An accident, file closed, they said. But not for Hella, whose unwelcome investigation leads to some who would prefer to see her stopped dead in her tracks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePraise for Katja Ivar:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA captivating first novel... 'My dear girl,' her patronizing boss instructs, 'justice in a cold climate is not a natural phenomenon'. But the stubborn and resourceful Sgt. Mauzer seems just the police officer to deliver it. - \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWall Street Journal\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe misdirection and manipulation of the evidence is worthy of Agatha Christie, but the quirky humour is Katja Ivar's own. Ultimately, though, it is her portrait of Helsinki - 'a city of lost souls' - that is most impressive. - \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Times\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47072954089708,"sku":"9781913394776","price":27.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/6616253482869.jpg?v=1765134122"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/katja-ivar.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}