IN PLAIN SIGHT (DÄR INGEN LETAR)
Charlotte Al-Khalili
Notorious TV host Martin Quist is arrested for murder, and the news explodes across the media. Prosecutor’s assistant Olivia Oldenheim is as shocked as the rest of the country – Martin is her ex. She knows how reckless he can be – her wheelchair is a brutal reminder of that. But would he really be capable of murder?
Despite being kept out of the investigation, Olivia is still pulled into the case. The police are searching for Martin’s missing girlfriend – has she disappeared, gone into hiding, or is there another, darker truth? And who was behind the mysterious messages and phone calls Martin received in the weeks leading up to the murder?
Meanwhile, Olivia is deeply immersed in her own work: trying to bring down a ruthless gang leader who has slipped through the cracks of justice time and time again.
Charlotte Al-Khalili, is back with another psychologically intense crime novel. Here we once again meet the cynical and brilliant Olivia Oldenheim, in a story that moves from the elegant façades of the city’s most exclusive neighborhoods to the harsh realities of the suburbs. Sharp, gripping, and impossible to put down.
Rights
Denmark: Lindhardt & Ringhof
Finland: Docendo
Norway: Cappelen Damm
Sweden: Norstedts
Film rights
option sold
REVIEWS
“In Plain Sight is the second book in Charlotte Al–Khalili‘s series about prosecutor Olivia Oldenheim. The story moves at a fast pace, both in the personal narratives and the criminal cases being investigated. Not until the final chapters do all the pieces fall into place. The plot is cleverly constructed, and despite the unexpected twists, the storyline never feels confusing – the reader always has a clear thread to follow. Al–Khalili writes in a cinematic style, and it wouldn’t be surprising if the books become a TV series in the near future.”
rating: 4/5
BTJ / SWE
“I can truly promise suspense, intricacies, and a fascinating plot with unexpected twists. I just want to spend more time with the brilliant Olivia!”
Sandras bokinspo / SWE
“Olivia Oldenheim is a phenomenal character—brilliant, driven, and absolutely relentless. I love following her as she pieces everything together, uncovering the truth bit by bit. /…/ Charlotte masterfully builds the tension, making it impossible to stop reading or listening.”
Lollos Bokhörna / SWE
“This is a crime novel that grabbed me from the very first page! In Plain Sight is both thrilling and psychologically sharp, with a protagonist who truly stands out.”
Boktokig / SWE
“A brilliantly crafted plot that unfolds in both the world of gang crime in the suburbs and the glitz of the television industry. The relentless pursuit of status and success fuels rivalries and leads to shocking events. Thrilling from the very start, this book pulls you into Olivia and Martin’s world—and keeps you there until the very last page.”
Boknjutaren / SWE