The Writing in the Water: A Thriller (Bloodstorm Book 1)

Name: The Writing in the Water: A Thriller (Bloodstorm Book 1)
Price: 2.49 USD
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Rating: 4.2 (471 reviews)
Author: John Ajvide Lindqvist

by John Ajvide Lindqvist

Mystery Thriller Thriller

4.2 (471)

4.2 stars from 471 reviews

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Last checked: Jul 2, 2026

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Perfect for you if...

You enjoy crime thrillers with dual protagonists who have genuine chemistry and conflicting motivations.
You're drawn to Scandinavian noir settings and tight plotting that balances personal stakes with larger conspiracies.
You appreciate a protagonist who's straddling two worlds: the fame of fiction writing and the uncomfortable reality of actual investigation.

Maybe not for you if...

You want a standalone novel, as this is book one of a series and ends with threads left deliberately unresolved.
You prefer faster-paced thrillers where the investigation dominates; this weaves character development and relationship tension throughout.
You're looking for a cosy mystery or light crime read, as this explores darker themes including corruption and violence.

About this book

The first book in the Bloodstorm series follows Julia Malmros, a former police officer who has become a crime writer. To research her next book in a world-renowned suspense series, Julia connects with Kim Ribbing, a hacker with a troubled past. The two share an attraction that threatens to destabilize. Seeking refuge from publicity, Julia retreats to her cottage in the Stockholm archipelago. While there, she witnesses a tragedy on a nearby pier: a billionaire and childhood friend is found dead. Julia's ex, Jonny, leads the official investigation, but Julia suspects the death is no coincidence. Working with Kim to trace the flow of money connected to the case, Julia uncovers corruption tied to the murder. As she returns to her investigative roots, the danger of what they discover closes in.

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Currently 4.2★ from 471 reviews

Gaining approximately 65 new reviews per month. Steady word of mouth growth. Rating has climbed from 3.5 to 4.1. Recent readers are rating it higher.

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