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Informationen zum Autor Henning Mankell has become a worldwide phenomenon with his crime writing! gripping thrillers and atmospheric novels set in Africa. His prizewinning and critically acclaimed Inspector Wallander Mysteries are currently dominating bestseller lists all over the globe. His books have been translated into forty-five languages and made into numerous international film and television adaptations: most recently the BAFTA-award-winning BBC television series Wallander! starring Kenneth Branagh. Mankell devotes much of his free time to working with Aids charities in Africa! where he is also director of the Teatro Avenida in Maputo. In 2008! the University of St Andrews conferred Henning Mankell with an honorary degree of Doctor of Letters in recognition of his major contribution to literature and to the practical exercise of conscience.www.henningmankell.co.uk Klappentext In 1904 Hanna Lundmark escapes the poverty of rural Sweden and inherits the most successful brothel in Lourenço Marques! Mozambique. She tries to change the town for the better! but the distrust between blacks and whites! and the shadow of colonialism! leads to tragedy and murder. Based on a true story! this is a thrilling historical novel set in a world where passion is a dangerous commodity. "Mankell is the master. Let's be honest: I hate thrillers. But I love Mankell" -- Viv Groskop Red Magazine
