In the Dark audiobook by Lina Areklew
In the Dark is a Swedish-language detective audiobook by Lina Areklew, narrated by Karen Cass. It follows Detective Sofia Hjortn as she searches for a missing four-year-old and other vanished family members in snow-covered Örnsköldsvik, while facing a difficult relationship and a demanding pregnancy.
At a glance
- A Scandinavian detective story set in snow-covered Örnsköldsvik, centred on a missing child and further family disappearances.
- Detective Sofia Hjortn's investigation unfolds alongside personal pressures, including a difficult relationship and a pregnancy.
- The unabridged Swedish recording is narrated by Karen Cass.
Reference price: £12.06
Price checked: 12 Nov 2026
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Pros
- The unabridged 10-hour 13-minute format provides a substantial listening-length crime novel.
- The plot combines a missing-person investigation with the detective's personal challenges.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Format | Audiobook |
|---|---|
| Version | Unabridged |
| Listening length | 10 hours and 13 minutes |
| Language | Swedish |
| Narrator | Karen Cass |
| Author | Lina Areklew |
|---|---|
| Publisher | DK |
| Publication date | 12 Feb. 2026 |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Listeners seeking a Swedish-language detective audiobook with a Scandinavian setting.
- Fans of police investigations and stories that also follow a detective's personal life.
Less suited to
- Listeners who need an English-language recording. The listed audio is Swedish.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
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Aggregate customer ratings are broadly favourable, with most ratings in the four- and five-star categories, but a smaller share are one- or two-star. Without customer comments, the ratings do not show what listeners liked or disliked. The Swedish language and unabridged 10-hour 13-minute length are useful fit checks, but cannot explain the spread of opinions.
Frequently asked questions
What language is the audiobook?
The listing specifies Swedish.
Who narrates In the Dark?
The listed narrator is Karen Cass.
How long is the recording?
The stated listening length is 10 hours and 13 minutes.
What is the story about?
Detective Sofia Hjortn searches for a missing four-year-old and other vanished family members in Örnsköldsvik while dealing with pressures in her personal life.
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