Raid and the Kid

“Raid and the Kid” by Harri Nykänen is a gripping narrative published by Ice Cold Crime LLC in 2012, featuring 280 pages in English. The story unfolds as hard-nosed hit man Raid seeks refuge at his farmhouse in northern Finland, only to find himself drawn into a dangerous situation when a local shopkeeper’s son, pursued by Bolivian drug traffickers, stumbles onto his property. This encounter ignites the ire of the cartel, setting off a chain of events that intertwines with the investigations of Detective Lieutenant Jansson and his team, who are uncovering a series of murders linked to international crime.

Readers will delve into a complex web of mystery and crime as Detective Jansson grapples with the implications of the bodies found in Helsinki, alongside a trove of stolen goods. The narrative explores themes of police procedural dynamics and the murky boundaries between law enforcement and criminality. As the investigation unfolds, connections to a shady private investigator and a long-standing prostitution case emerge, adding layers to the plot. This edition offers an engaging exploration of crime and morality, inviting readers to piece together the clues alongside the characters.