Political corruption, environmental crises, economic power, technological disruption, organised crime and the erosion of democracy — the Max Hård series takes on the problems the world can no longer afford to ignore.
Max Hård is not a traditional invincible hero. He is a journalist, investigator and reluctant participant in conflicts that are larger than any single person. His strength lies in his ability to expose hidden connections, understand complex systems and bring together people who possess different parts of the truth.
Behind the visible crisis lies another question:
Who benefits from preventing society from solving it?"
From the dark underbelly of oligarchic Russia to the financial battleground of London, Max Hård moves through a world where international conglomerates, financial institutions and corrupt oligarchs — like shadows working in the dark — manage drug smuggling routes, human trafficking networks and high-stake geopolitical conspiracies.
The Max Hård series explores the world as it is — dangerous, unequal and interconnected — but also the possibility that knowledge, courage and cooperation can still change its direction.
Books in the Series
Greed
Who really are the players involved in the worldwide struggle for power and capital?
Max Hård, a sheltered but inquisitive financial journalist from Sweden, tries to find out in this gripping and contemporary political thriller. In his search for answers, he undertakes an arduous journey across the world — from Russia to London — seeking out the international conglomerates and corrupt oligarchs who, like shadows working in the dark, manage drug smuggling routes, human trafficking networks and high-stake geopolitical conspiracies.
Will the grueling and bloody battle for truth and justice finally prevail?
More Max Hård novels are in development. The series continues to explore the forces that shape — and threaten — our world, one crisis at a time.
Pegasus Católicas
Jury Prize at the Milan International Book Fair
Carl Johard talks about the Max Hård series, the ideas behind the books, and the journey from financial journalist to international thriller author.