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Lars Kepler

What is lars kepler?

· Emily Grant

Key facts

Type Pseudonym[1]
Authors Alexander Ahndoril and Alexandra Coelho Ahndoril[1]
Nationality Swedish[3]
Series Joona Linna[1]
Genre Crime novels / thrillers[3]

Lars Kepler is the pen name of Swedish writing duo Alexander Ahndoril and Alexandra Coelho Ahndoril, known for the Joona Linna crime series.

Context

Lars Kepler is the pen name of the Swedish husband-and-wife writing duo Alexander Ahndoril and Alexandra Coelho Ahndoril; they are authors of the Joona Linna crime/thriller series [1]. The name is a pseudonym, and the duo is Swedish [3]. Their genre is crime novels and thrillers [3]. The Hypnotist is described as the first book in the series [2]. The pen name is not to be confused with the historical astronomer Johannes Kepler, who shares a surname but is unrelated.

Documented claims

  • Lars Kepler is the pen name of the Swedish husband-and-wife writing duo Alexander Ahndoril and Alexandra Coelho Ahndoril. [1]
  • They are the authors of the Joona Linna crime/thriller series. [1]
  • The Hypnotist is described as the first book in the series. [2]

Questions and answers

What is the order of the Lars Kepler books?

The Joona Linna series starts with The Hypnotist, according to one source [2]. For a complete order, check the official website or a book retailer.

Which is the best Lars Kepler book?

Opinions vary, but The Hypnotist is often highlighted as a standout, being the first in the series [2]. Many readers enjoy the entire Joona Linna series.

Are Lars Kepler books good?

The books are popular and well-received, with the series being a bestseller in many countries [4]. They are known for their gripping thrillers.

What is Lars Kepler's new pseudonym?

Lars Kepler is the pseudonym; there is no new pseudonym mentioned in the sources.

Sources

  1. Lars Kepler: Home — larskepler.com (retrieved August 3, 2026)
  2. Lars Kepler - Biografía, Bibliografía — fnac.es (retrieved August 3, 2026)
  3. Lars Kepler - Biography, Books & Reading Guides — bookbrowse.com (retrieved August 3, 2026)
  4. Lars Kepler books and biography | Waterstones — waterstones.com (retrieved August 3, 2026)

Sources last checked August 3, 2026. · More in People