A Shadow on my Grave
By Ingrid Berglund
Estate lawyer Oda Krohg’s task is as simple as it is prestigious: To follow the clear instructions of an enduring power of attorney to distribute the estate of a renowned lawyer…
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Estate lawyer Oda Krohg’s task is as simple as it is prestigious: To follow the clear instructions of an enduring power of attorney to distribute the estate of a renowned lawyer and former war hero.
The job is a blessing for Oda and Reidar’s ailing law practice, and will give them both respect and a growing clientele. For a long while, everything seems to be going well, if only it wasn’t for Oda’s insatiable curiosity – the very same curiosity that nudges her into doing a little research about a painting that makes a strange appearance. The painting has a hidden backstory buried since the days of the war – for good reason, as it turns out. And wherever there are deep secrets, there are also lies and deadly deceit.
Oda and Reidar are slowly drawn so far into the drama that they too become a part of it. Perhaps that was precisely the point all along…
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Praise
This has become a really thrilling whodunnit. The roots of the story reach back to the Second World War, to Rjukan, to denunciation, heroism and betrayal. And love. The unlikely duo Oda and Reidar is a nifty acquaintance.
Leif Ekle, NRKBerglund’s ability to plot is truly admirable. She serves her readers a number of themes; war days, denunciation, heroism, betrayal and love. This is a rare, all-consuming reading experience, and the story had me spellbound from the very first page. Only one word describes Berglund: genious.
Simen Ingemundsen, Randaberg24
