- Paperback: 384 pages
- Publisher: Vintage; New edition edition (1 May 2003)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0099450097
- ISBN-13: 978-0099450092
- Product Dimensions: 17.4 x 11 x 4.2 cm
- Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (44 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 983,533 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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'Mankell is one of the most ingenious crime writers around. Highly recommended' Observer
PETER GUTTERIDGE, The Observer
"Mankell is one of the most ingenious crime writers around, strong on characterisation, plotting and atmosphere. Highly recommended"
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34 of 36 people found the following review helpful
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'The White Lioness' is the sixth of Mankell's novels to be published in the UK, and the third, chronologically, to feature the uniquely appealing Kurt Wallander. Those who have already had the pleasure of reading 'Faceless Killers' or 'The Dogs of Riga' will not be disappointed: Wallander comes to life as vividly here as he did there. Echoing 'The Dogs of Riga', Wallander is placed in a plot which spans continents, involving both intuitive police-work and emotional turmoil. But unlike 'The Dogs of Riga', Wallander is always at a remove from events as he investigates an apparently motiveless murder in Sweden.
The only disappointment is that the ever-suffering Swedish detective is not in the novel more - much of the narrative concerns events in South Africa which although excellently written are never quite as compelling as the sections featuring the astute investigations of Wallander and his colleagues. However, there is still much here to recommend - great pacing, a blisteringly gripping conclusion, and a central character and location (southern Sweden) as richly textured as any you'll find in a contemporary novel, whether translated or otherwise.
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
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This is another must for all lovers of well written crime thrillers, from the pen of Henning Mankell and starring Kurt Wallander, one of the best detectives created in recent times.
This is a complex tale. Almost two books in one, it tells the tale of an assassination plot in South Africa, with tendrils reaching as far as Sweden. Mankell alternates sections of the two distinct tales, the story of the plot and investigation in South Africa and the investigation by Wallander of a seemingly motiveless murder, bringing the two together and tying up the whole thing satisfactorily in the last few pages.
As with the predecessor, the excellent `Dogs Of Riga', this book tackles some weighty political and moral issues head on. Centred around the fall of apartheid and white rule in South Africa it shows the regime for what it was. He describes the lives of ordinary people, showing their preconceptions and ability to not see the truth in almost forensic detail. This section of the book is a fascinating, well researched and well written account of the period, and the moral and ethical issues arising from the situation.
The thriller component of the book is mainly contained in the Swedish strand, with Wallander's hunt for the murderer and the personal implications as the killer turns his attentions on Wallander and his family. As usual with Mankell, this is a well written and pacey bit of crime fiction, not afraid to show the mundane procedures that form an important part of any real life investigation. Things really hot up when Wallander gets on the trail of the killer, and he must push the boundaries of his abilities and moral code in order to see justice served.
Another tense, atmospheric book from Mankell. All the characters are well written, with distinctive voices. The motivations of all are considered, with some interesting studies of human nature. Don't be put off by the nearly 600 pg length, the book draws you in and after a few pages you find yourself totally immersed in it and unable to put it down. Mankell is a top notch writer and holds your attention right to the last page. An excellent read, essential to all those who enjoy thoughtful crime thrillers with a moody atmosphere and a moral lesson (but not one which is rammed down the throat). Five stars, no hesitation.
This is a complex tale. Almost two books in one, it tells the tale of an assassination plot in South Africa, with tendrils reaching as far as Sweden. Mankell alternates sections of the two distinct tales, the story of the plot and investigation in South Africa and the investigation by Wallander of a seemingly motiveless murder, bringing the two together and tying up the whole thing satisfactorily in the last few pages.
As with the predecessor, the excellent `Dogs Of Riga', this book tackles some weighty political and moral issues head on. Centred around the fall of apartheid and white rule in South Africa it shows the regime for what it was. He describes the lives of ordinary people, showing their preconceptions and ability to not see the truth in almost forensic detail. This section of the book is a fascinating, well researched and well written account of the period, and the moral and ethical issues arising from the situation.
The thriller component of the book is mainly contained in the Swedish strand, with Wallander's hunt for the murderer and the personal implications as the killer turns his attentions on Wallander and his family. As usual with Mankell, this is a well written and pacey bit of crime fiction, not afraid to show the mundane procedures that form an important part of any real life investigation. Things really hot up when Wallander gets on the trail of the killer, and he must push the boundaries of his abilities and moral code in order to see justice served.
Another tense, atmospheric book from Mankell. All the characters are well written, with distinctive voices. The motivations of all are considered, with some interesting studies of human nature. Don't be put off by the nearly 600 pg length, the book draws you in and after a few pages you find yourself totally immersed in it and unable to put it down. Mankell is a top notch writer and holds your attention right to the last page. An excellent read, essential to all those who enjoy thoughtful crime thrillers with a moody atmosphere and a moral lesson (but not one which is rammed down the throat). Five stars, no hesitation.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
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I've only read the first five books in the series but this one (book four if you are reading them in order like me) is my favourite of them. There is often criticism of the pace of these books, and this one is a long one, but for me it was a rivetting read.
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I can only conclude than Mankell has read the excellent 'The Day of the Jackal' and thought how can I transpose this into some cock and bull Swedish/South African hybrid? Read more
Published 1 month ago by Comrade Mitchell
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THIS BOOK IS AN INTERESTING ,ENGROSSING READ . I LOVE EVERYTHING BY THIS AUTHOR . THE STORIES ALWAYS HAVE LITTLE INTRICATE PASSAGES AND ARE OFTEN THOUGHT PROVOKING.
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After the underwhelming Dogs of Riga I was hoping for a big fat Swedish murder investigation this time. Read more
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This is an excellent story from my favourite author. I couldn't put it down, so engrossed. Really is a must for Mankell fans.
Published 8 months ago by tangee
The White Lioness
First of all the book arrived by return.
I found the book well worth reading - I learned a lot I didn't know about
South Africa.
I found the book well worth reading - I learned a lot I didn't know about
South Africa.
Published 14 months ago by LOLA
A great disappointment
I really enjoyed the three different TV versions so decided to read the books. I made the mistake of ordering the first three before I had read one and was shocked at how bad they... Read more
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A rolicking good read. There are enough twists and turns to warrant the length of book. Having different chapters taken from the viewpoint of different characters keeps the... Read more
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More Sweden, less Africa, please
The part of this story that was set in Sweden was really gripping and, with one or two rather far-fetched plot twists, a pretty good read. Read more
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