Helle's Hound

Set against a backdrop of Cold War intrigue, the story follows Torben Helle, a Danish academic who suspects foul play in the death of his mentor, Dame Charlotte Lazerton, found partially devoured by her dog. While the police dismiss his concerns, Torben teams up with a sympathetic officer and his friend Leyla to uncover a web of potential motives, including academic rivalry and past intelligence conflicts. This clever murder mystery blends humor with classic whodunnit elements, appealing to fans of contemporary crime fiction.