Camilla Läckberg – Fjällbacka’s Own Queen of Crime

Few places in Sweden are as closely associated with an author as Fjällbacka is with Camilla Läckberg. With her bestselling crime novels, she has put this small coastal village in Bohuslän on the world map. And despite her international success, Camilla’s heart remains firmly rooted in Fjällbacka.

The Childhood Village That Gained Worldwide Fame

Camilla grew up in Fjällbacka, and it’s no coincidence that this very place became the setting for her popular Fjällbacka series. She draws inspiration from the nature, the people, and the winding alleys between the old boathouses. In her books, readers follow characters like Erica Falck and Patrik Hedström as they unravel dark secrets hidden beneath the idyllic surface of coastal life.

A Place to Return To

Today, Camilla often returns to Fjällbacka – mainly to relax, spend time with family, and enjoy the peace and quiet of her hometown. Despite a busy life filled with travel, book launches, and media engagements, there’s something about Fjällbacka that keeps calling her back.

A Living Part of the Story

Fjällbacka is a place where stories are born and memories are made – both fictional and real. And perhaps that’s what makes Camilla Läckberg’s connection to her hometown so special: a love that shines through both the pages of her novels and her continued presence in the village.

So next time you stroll through Fjällbacka, keep your eyes open – not just for familiar settings from the books, but perhaps even for a glimpse of the queen of crime herself.