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4 series · 36 books

Mystery & Thriller

Jorn Lier Horst is a Norwegian crime writer whose novels have reached readers across more than forty countries with sales exceeding ten million copies. Drawing on his background as a senior investigating officer in the Vestfold police district, he crafts intricate mysteries grounded in procedural authenticity and psychological depth. His prolific output includes the William Wisting series, the Alexander Blix and Emma Ramm partnership novels, and the Cold Case Quartet, spanning from 2010 to the present day.

Alexander Blix & Emma Ramm Series

Ongoing

5 books (2018–2024)

Start with Death Deserved, the first of 5 books in the Alexander Blix & Emma Ramm series.

Start this series with Death Deserved

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1
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Death Deserved
2018Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
Smoke Screen
2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
4
5

Clue Series

Complete

13 books (2012–2019)

Start with Maltesergåten, the first of 13 books in the Clue series.

Start this series with Maltesergåten

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1
Maltesergåten
2012Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
Salamandergåten
2012Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
Gravrøvergåten
2013Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
Undervannsgåten
2013Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5
Esmeraldagåten
2014Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6
Libertygåten
2014Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
7
Hodeskallegåten
2015Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
8
Rivertongåten
2015Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
9
Sjøormgåten
2016Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
10
Ulvehundgåten
2016Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
11
Einsteingåten
2017Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
12
Triangelgåten
2018Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
13
Smuglerhuset
2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Cold Case Quartet Series

Complete

4 books (2017–2020)

Start with The Katharina Code, the first of 4 books in the Cold Case Quartet series.

Start this series with The Katharina Code

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1
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The Katharina Code
2017Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
3
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The Inner Darkness
2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
A Question of Guilt
2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

William Wisting Series

Ongoing

14 books (2010–2025)

Start with Dregs / Bunnfall, the first of 14 books in the William Wisting series.

Start this series with Dregs / Bunnfall

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1
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Dregs / Bunnfall
2010Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
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Closed for Winter
2011Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
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The Hunting Dogs
2012Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
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5
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6
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When It Grows Dark
2016Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
7
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The Katharina Code
2017Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
8
9
Cover of The Inner Darkness
The Inner Darkness
2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
10
A Question of Guilt
2020Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
11
The Night Man
2021Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
12
13
14

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Jorn Lier Horst written?
Jorn Lier Horst has written 36 books across 4 series. Their published works span from 2010 to 2025.
What is the first book in each Jorn Lier Horst series?
Here are the first books in Jorn Lier Horst's series: Alexander Blix & Emma Ramm: Death Deserved; Clue: Maltesergåten; Cold Case Quartet: The Katharina Code; William Wisting: Dregs / Bunnfall.
What order should I read Jorn Lier Horst's books?
We recommend reading Jorn Lier Horst's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is Jorn Lier Horst still writing new books?
Yes, Jorn Lier Horst has 2 ongoing series: Alexander Blix & Emma Ramm, William Wisting.

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