Kongeriket

About “Kongeriket”

Jo Nesbø's new novel follows the story of Roy and Carl, two orphaned brothers who were left to care for each other after their parents died in a car accident. Roy took his father's promise to protect Carl seriously, especially after they lost their parents. When Carl leaves their small town in Norway to seek his fortune in Canada, Roy remains, living a quiet life as a mechanic. Carl returns years later with grand plans to build a resort hotel on their family land, bringing with him his wife, Shannon, an architect. Her presence begins to change Roy, who has lived alone since Carl left. Carl's return stirs up old tensions and hidden family secrets, leading to a psychological thriller filled with unexpected twists.