Jussi Adler-Olsen Books in Order

Jussi Adler-Olsen is a prolific Danish author, renowned for his gripping crime novels. As a seasoned publisher, editor, film composer, and bookseller, Adler-Olsen transitioned seamlessly into a writing career in the 1990s. He made a stunning debut with the thriller "Alfabethuset" (1997), followed by international bestsellers "And She Thanked the Gods" (2003) and "The Washington Decree" (2006). His critically acclaimed Department Q series, led by the enigmatic Deputy Superintendent Carl Morck, has captivated readers worldwide. Notable volumes include "Kvinden I buret" (2007), "Fasandræberne" (2008), "Flaskepost fra P" (2009), and "Journal 64" (2010), which earned him the prestigious "Glass Key" award. Adler-Olsen's work has been recognized with numerous accolades, including the "Readers' Book Award," the Harald Mogensen Prize, and the "Golden Laurels." He has been voted "Favourite Author of the Danes" three consecutive years, a testament to his enduring popularity.

Bibliography verified: January 2026

Book Series by Jussi Adler-Olsen

  • #1
    The Keeper of Lost Causes / Mercy(2011)
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  • #2
    The Absent One / Disgrace(2012)
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  • #3
    A Conspiracy of Faith / Redemption / Flaskepost fra P(2013)
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  • #4
    The Purity of Vengeance / Guilt / Journal 64(2013)
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  • #5
    The Marco Effect / Buried / Marco Effekten(2013)
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  • #6
    The Hanging Girl(2014)
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  • #7
    The Scarred Woman(2016)
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  • #8
    Victim 2117(2020)
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  • #9
    The Shadow Murders(2021)
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  • #10
    Locked In(2024)
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About Jussi Adler-Olsen

Jussi Adler-Olsen is a prolific Danish author, renowned for his gripping crime novels. As a seasoned publisher, editor, film composer, and bookseller, Adler-Olsen transitioned seamlessly into a writing career in the 1990s. He made a stunning debut with the thriller "Alfabethuset" (1997), followed by international bestsellers "And She Thanked the Gods" (2003) and "The Washington Decree" (2006). His critically acclaimed Department Q series, led by the enigmatic Deputy Superintendent Carl Morck, has captivated readers worldwide. Notable volumes include "Kvinden I buret" (2007), "Fasandræberne" (2008), "Flaskepost fra P" (2009), and "Journal 64" (2010), which earned him the prestigious "Glass Key" award. Adler-Olsen's work has been recognized with numerous accolades, including the "Readers' Book Award," the Harald Mogensen Prize, and the "Golden Laurels." He has been voted "Favourite Author of the Danes" three consecutive years, a testament to his enduring popularity.

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