This is the third in a quite surreal, and loosely related, trilogy of horror novels written by Lindqvist, who’s best known for his vampire novel Let the Right One In (which was made into both a Swedish movie, and later, an American one). In my opinion, I Am The Tiger is the best of the trilogy, as it’s the least surreal of the three, though it definitely is still quite trippy.

The setting of this novel is Stockholm’s criminal underworld. Criminal bosses are committing suicide and an investigative journalist, who was once at the top of his game and is now washed up, is investigating. Meanwhile a young gangster wannabe is being sucked into a gang, the boss of which is elusive and seems to be able to get away with things.

Needless to say, and without giving spoilers, this is all tied up with the supernatural and the alternative realm that has been a feature throughout the trilogy. This is a story about temptation and redemption, as some characters are tempted by the pact with the devil that the supernatural realm can offer them, and others have a chance to redeem themselves for their past sins and mistakes.

I am the Tiger can be read as a standalone. Indeed, the three books are only very loosely connected, and in this title the author explains enough about the alternate realm for a reader who hasn’t read the previous titles to appreciate what’s going on. It’s a good book, and is the best of the trilogy, but for my taste it's still just a little too trip and surreal.

Due to a sudden, unexpected passing in the family a few years ago and another more recently and my subsequent (mental) health issues stemming from that, I was unable to download this book in time to review it before it was archived as I did not visit this site for several years after the bereavements. This meant I didn't read or venture onto netgalley for years as not only did it remind me of that person as they shared my passion for reading, but I also struggled to maintain interest in anything due to overwhelming depression. I was therefore unable to download this title in time and so I couldn't give a review as it wasn't successfully acquired before it was archived. The second issue that has happened with some of my other books is that I had them downloaded to one particular device and said device is now defunct, so I have no access to those books anymore, sadly.

This means I can't leave an accurate reflection of my feelings towards the book as I am unable to read it now and so I am leaving a message of explanation instead. I am now back to reading and reviewing full time as once considerable time had passed I have found that books have been helping me significantly in terms of my mindset and mental health - this was after having no interest in anything for quite a number of years after the passings. Anything requested and approved will be read and a review written and posted to Amazon (where I am a Hall of Famer & Top Reviewer), Goodreads (where I have several thousand friends and the same amount who follow my reviews) and Waterstones (or Barnes & Noble if the publisher is American based). Thank you for the opportunity and apologies for the inconvenience

Felt like I was waiting forever for the final book in this trilogy to have an English translation, but it was worth it. John Ajvide Lindqvist continues to be one of the most astonishing horror writers of our time.

Lidqvist is a true master of his craft. He winds and bends a story like no one else and his worlds are realistic and delves below the surface to give a rewarding experience like no other. This is the third in the series and although you do not have to have read his earlier work, it is nice to have these easter eggs that connects all his books together.

Set in 2013, we are in the underworld of Stockholm with all crime bosses start committing suicide at an alarming rate and the only one who wants to unravel this mystery is Tommy, a washed-up journalist who was renowned and respected only thirty years ago. While Tommy goes down the rabbit hole of solving the suicides, we switch to Linus, as he enters the crime underworld while he tries to make sense of the world that has defragmented his family.

Lidqvist is a mastermind as he goes back and for the between these two narratives and they counterbalance each other very nicely. We get the crime world and how this operates from long term gangsters set against a teenage boy who is so disillusioned with life that we see him enter this world and gives the reader a full understanding how this happens. This is a great achievement.

As with Lindqvist books, this is not a straight black and white story and there is a supernatural element that weaves itself in and out of the narrative giving this book that extra spice and originality that is so lacking in a lot of horror now. Lindqvist is like the John Irving of dark fiction and each time he knocks it out of the park.

This is an excellent book that must and should be read and not only this but so far John Ajvide Lindqvist has shown time and time again that he is the thinking man’s Stephen King and I am the Tiger is no different. Rich plot, characters and narrative and living up to his promise time and time again. I am The Tiger never disappoints but does leave you on tenterhooks as you can’t wait until Lindqvist releases another book.

Part of a series but works as a standalone and love the nods to his other work sprinkled through the book. A definite author that must be read and a book that could start you on the journey of Lindqvist.

I didn’t realise this was part of a series when I read this. No wonder I was confused half the time and couldn’t follow the story properly. Note to self: Do not just skim through the blurb next time.

This story has a dual narrative which follows Tommy, a journalist who specialises in investigating mysterious suicides and what they could potentially be linked to. He is on a roll to find the elusive X who seems to be linked to everything from drug trafficking to murders. Then there is Linus, Tommy’s seventeen year old nephew, who is getting way over his head selling drugs. He started off small but is hoping for bigger opportunities. He finally caught his break when he is in charge of a big batch of cocaine. But something sinister is happening which put both Tommy and Linus in danger.

I feel I would have appreciated the story better if I had read the prequels but this story showed the dangers of drug trafficking and how people ultimately get involved in them. It also showed the effect some drugs will have on people who take them. Alot of lines blurred between reality and hallucinations. Tough choices had to be made in order to survive. There meant some supernatural element in here but I was pretty confused with what the author was trying to portray.

Thank you Netgalley and Quercus Books for the arc.

A genuinely original trilogy which defies definition concludes with this gripping, disturbing book by the master of Icelandic horror,

I don't think that Lindqvist can write a bad book even if the first part of this story is a bit out of his comfort zone and seemed a bit off at times.
Than the weird part started and I couldn't put it down. There's plenty going, some answer and some new questions.
It would be unfair to compare it to Let The Right One In (a masterpiece) but this is a riveting, creepy and well written story that I loved.
Highly recommended.
Many thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for this ARC, all opinions are mine

I am the Tiger is the culmination of John Ajvide Lindqvist's wonderfully weird and mind bending trilogy set in Stockholm, Sweden. This time the weirdness is in the form of a crime drama with a LOT of drugs and gruesome violence. This final book in the trilogy does answer some of the questions arising from the earlier books but it also raises more than a few of its own. That's fine though, as it gives the reader plenty to chew over after finishing the last page. All in all this has been a very enjoyable and unforgettable series. The story is original and engrossing from beginning to end with fantastic atmosphere and many memorable characters in all three books. Highly recommended reading.

I have been a fan of John Ajvide Lindqvist for a number of years, having read & loved a number of his books. The Harbour in particular is a favourite of mine. I've always found his work to be incredibly original & yet idiosyncratic in his own unique way.
I am grateful to be lucky enough to read this via NetGalley before general release, as this is another superb book. The third in a trilogy & yet the story is strong & bold enough to stand on it's own, as it weaves in between different worlds & different perspectives. The final quarter in particular is very enjoyable & incredibly addictive, but the whole book is frankly superb.
John Ajvide Lindqvist should be more appreciated & valued, in particular for all of his books which are so good which isn't the famous one for which he is known.

I've come into this after having read a few Lindqvist novels in my time - obviously Let The Right One In is the benchmark and, sometimes, I feel it's unfair to compare Lindqvists novels to something which is so beloved. However, 'I Am The Tiger' just felt flat for me. As the final novel in 'The Places' trilogy I wanted something more but this is a crime novel masquerading as a slight horror. The characters great, plot okay, setting great - it's just that I wanted more of the creepiness and horror of the first two novels in the series. So, it's an okay recommendation from me - enjoy the first two but temper your expectations for this finale, maybe that way you'll be pleasantly surprised.

so the final part of the Himmelstrand trilogy has finally made it into English. It seems like a long time since I read the first two. This one approaches the story of the mysterious field and the sinister tunnel from a different angle. To begin with it comes across as a straight crime novel, a tale of low level drug dealing and crime reporting, but the stranger elements begin to creep in as the stakes escalate. It’s a satisfactory ending to the series, one that explains what has been going on while leaving a bit of mystery. Tommy is one of Lindqvist’s most sympathetic characters, and as for Haage….

I did not realise that this was part of a series but read this anyway. It has very gothic and dark tones that worked well with the mystery.

Firstly I didnt realise that this book was part of a series although I dont think that that hindered me whilst reading it. It was dark and gothic and a very creepy undertone running through it. I really enjoyed it

Lindqvist does not disappoint.
For the first half of this book it reads like a journalist on the trail of a story... then the expected weirdness sets in,and it always improves the story when that happens.

I hadn't realised it was part of a trilogy,but luckily I'd read at least one of the other books,though I think it works as a stand alone.
It's got some great characters, some gruesome bits and just the right amount of strangeness that Lindqvist excells at,that has me picking up books based on his name alone,and not even reading the blurb (could be why I didn't know it was part of a trilogy).