From the Depths I Cry
Original title: Ur djupen ropar jag 
Author: David Lagercrantz
Original publisher: Norstedts (senior publ Eva Gedin)
April 2026
Genre: Crime

A crime novel about family secrets, conspiracies, and the dark power of love.

Ur djupen ropar jag (Rekke IV) is the fourth instalment in the internationally acclaimed Rekke/Vargas series by David Lagercrantz. Ur djupen ropar jag (From the Depths I Cry, working title), to be published in Sweden by Norstedts in mid-April 2026.

Professor Hans Rekke is searching for a sister he never knew existed—and instead discovers his late father’s diary. Within its pages, a man in profound crisis emerges, crushed by an overwhelming sense of guilt. Has Rekke’s father committed a crime—perhaps even murder? As Rekke begins to explore the past, he is unaware that his unknown sister is pursuing the very same story, armed with the same sharp intellect. Will the siblings be united in their search, or will they ultimately confront each other as enemies?

At the same time, Rekke’s trusted partner Micaela Vargas walks into a trap laid by her criminal brother, Lucas. Seeking revenge for her attempt to bring him to justice, Lucas appears to have succeeded. Micaela risks losing both her position within the police force and her honour.

Ur djupen ropar jag is a crime novel about family secrets, conspiracies, and the dark power of love.

Senior Editor Eva Gedin:

“Nothing delivers a greater sense of ‘the full package’ than reading a new crime novel by David Lagercrantz. Unexpected plot twists, perfectly pitched dialogue, surprising themes, powerful emotions, and unfailing suspense.”

Ur djupen ropar jag is a gripping crime novel about family secrets, hidden conspiracies, and the dark, destructive power of love. With its trademark psychological depth, moral complexity, and tightly woven suspense, this novel further cements Rekke and Vargas as one of contemporary crime fiction’s most compelling investigative duos.

The Rekke/Vargas series has been widely praised for its intellectual edge, emotional intensity, and literary quality, and this fourth instalment will appeal both to established readers of the series and to new audiences drawn to sophisticated Nordic noir.