In the wake of his parents' tragic deaths fourteen-year-old Richard Elauved has been sent to live with his aunt and uncle in the remote town of Ballantyne. Richard quickly earns a reputation as an outcast, and when a classmate named Tom goes missing, no one believes him when he says the telephone booth out by the edge of the woods sucked Tom into the receiver like something out of a horror movie. No one, that is, except the enigmatic Karen, who encourages Richard to pursue clues the police refuse to investigate. He traces the number to an abandoned house in the woods. There he catches a glimpse of a terrifying face in the window. And then the voices start. When another classmate disappears, Richard grapples with the dark magic that's possessing Ballantyne to try and find them before its too late...[Bokinfo].
Jo Nesbo
Jo Nesbo is a Norwegian author best known for his crime fiction novels featuring detective Harry Hole. His works are characterized by intricate plots, dark themes, and complex characters. Nesbo has been praised for his ability to create suspenseful and gripping narratives that keep readers on the edge of their seats. One of his most famous works is "The Snowman," which has been adapted into a film. Nesbo's contributions to the crime fiction genre have solidified his reputation as one of the most talented and successful authors in the genre.