Books in Order: A Deep Dive into the Life and Writing Style of Johan Theorin
Swedish author Johan Theorin, who is renowned for his riveting Northman crime fiction, possesses a deep-rooted connection to Oland; an island rich with its own share of lore and legends. Hailing from a lineage of farmers and fishermen from the island, he has spent a lifetime immersed in these intriguing tales. This influence has been instrumental in shaping his unique narrative style, making his works standout in the realm of mystery and crime. Theorin’s debut novel, Echoes from the Dead was bestowed the honor of Best First Mystery Novel in 2007 by the Swedish Academy of Crime Writers. In the following year, his sophomore novel, The Darkest Room, earned him the Best Swedish Crime Novel award. A resident of Gothenburg, Sweden, Theorin continues to fascinate his readers with his absorbing narratives.
The Books in Order: Johan Theorin’s Literary Journey
After making his foray into the literary world through his native language, Swedish, with the book Skumtimmen, Theorin transitioned into the global arena with the English translation, which was published under the title Echoes from the Dead. Here’s a look at the chronology of Johan Theorin’s books in order, according to their original publication dates:
Publication Order of The Öland Quartet Books
| Echoes from the Dead | (2007) |    |
| The Darkest Room | (2008) | |
| The Quarry | (2010) | |
| The Voices Beyond | (2020) | |