The G File

In the gripping finale of the Inspector Van Veeteren series, Van Veeteren faces the unresolved case of the G File, a lingering mystery from his past.

In The G File, the final installment of Håkan Nesser's acclaimed Inspector Van Veeteren series, the past resurfaces to challenge the detective like never before. Set in 1987, the narrative begins with Verlangan, a former police officer turned private investigator, who is tasked with following the enigmatic Jaan 'G' Hennan. Shortly after Verlangan begins his surveillance, tragedy strikes when his client is discovered dead in an empty swimming pool, setting off a chain of events that will haunt Van Veeteren for years to come.

As the investigation unfolds, Chief Inspector Van Veeteren grapples with the dark legacy of G, a man he knows all too well. Despite mounting evidence that points to G’s involvement, the elusive criminal maintains a solid alibi, leaving Van Veeteren frustrated and desperate for closure. The case becomes a haunting reminder of Van Veeteren's limitations, as the shadow of G looms larger with each passing year.

Fast forward to 2002, and the G File remains unsolved, a thorn in Van Veeteren's side. When Verlangan's daughter reports her father missing, the detective is drawn back into the fray. A cryptic note and a message hinting at evidence of G's past crimes reignite Van Veeteren's determination. In this gripping conclusion, the inspector must confront not only the mysteries of the case but also the ghosts of his own career, as he strives to finally bring justice to light.