Camilla Läckberg Returns to Bookstores in August with 'The Cry of the Dead'

Camilla Läckberg, a globally recognized Swedish crime novelist with over 40 million books sold, is set to release her latest novel, 'El llanto de los muertos' ('The Cry of the Dead'), on August 26. This marks the twelfth installment in her popular 'Fjällbacka Murders' series, though it can be read independently.

The new book brings back familiar characters, writer Erica Falck and police officer Patrick Hedström. Thirty years after the initial event, a chance discovery prompts them to reopen the investigation into the disappearance of Sofie and Falck. The narrative also delves into contemporary issues such as mental health, the challenges of imperfect motherhood, the realities of aging, and the pervasive nature of structural violence.

Adding a layer of intrigue, the novel incorporates magical folklore through the character of Aino, a 'plañidera' or 'wailing woman,' who possesses the ability to communicate with the spirits of the deceased. Läckberg, known for her contributions to the noir genre, first gained literary acclaim in 2002 with 'La princesa de hielo' ('The Ice Princess'), the inaugural book in the Fjällbacka series. Her other works include 'Mujeres que no perdonan' and 'Verdad o reto,' as well as a trilogy co-authored with mentalist Henrik Fexeus.