Didn't realise that this was actually a book, and having seen the film --> I can't imagine the book would be very different, but i would totally read it!
From the website:
On the low end of the totem pole at the tabloid newspaper where she is employed, Annika Bengtzon (Helena Bergström) receives a call from Rebbeca Bjorkstig, encouraging her to write a story about ‘Paradise,’ a foundation that protects women from domestic abuse. Having herself been the victim of domestic violence, Annika is sympathetic to Paradise’s cause. After taking a call from a distressed woman named Aida, who claims to be suffering at the hands of her abusive partner, Annika ensures Aida is taken care of by Paradise. However, Annika later discovers that Aida is wanted by the police for questioning about a murder, and that Paradise may not be what it seems…
The film totally sucks you in at the beginning with the Baltic (?) wedding scenes, and then the frantic terrible chases that follow. The "love interest" reminds me of Hugo Weaving, with a gap in his front teeth! There is a confusing scene/montage where there is an attempt to link Annika's abusive relationship experience with that of Aida, which is a little stretched and confusing given we haven't met Annika at that point.
Story : 7.5/10 it's interesting and has a bizarre plot development at the end which although totally unnecessary for the film makes complete sense now that I know it's a book.
Photography: 7.5/10 I liked it, it was a bit gritty, but it helped that the actress was so lovely to look at!
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