"Snowblind" by Ragnar Jonasson is a Nordic Noir mystery set in a cold and isolated village in Iceland, where newly arrived policeman Ari Thor investigates two sudden deaths while navigating the complexities of the tight-knit community. The plot unfolds slowly, with red herrings and complex storylines coming together to reveal the motives behind the crimes, all while the atmospheric setting of the snow-covered village adds to the sense of isolation and darkness. The writing style is introspective and claustrophobic, with beautifully described settings and a focus on character development, creating a sense of intrigue and suspense.
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Content warnings include themes of murder, violence, and psychological distress related to isolation and personal struggles.
Has Romance?
The book features a medium level of romance, particularly exploring Ari Thor's relationship with his girlfriend and his interactions with other women.
From The Publisher:
Taut and terrifying, Snowblind is a startling debut from Ragnar Jonasson, an extraordinary new talent.
Where: An isolated fishing village in the fjords of northern Iceland, where no one locks their doors.
Who: Ari Thór is a rookie policeman on his first posting, far from his girlfriend in Reykjavík.
What: A young woman is found lying half naked in the snow, bleeding and unconscious, and a highly esteemed elderly writer falls to his death. Ari is dragged straight into the heart of a community where he can trust no one, and secrets and lies are a way of life.
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About the Author:
RAGNAR JONASSON is an international number one bestselling author who has sold over two million books in thirty-two countries worldwide. His books include the Dark Iceland series and the Hulda series. Jonasson was born in Reykjavik, Iceland, where he also works as an investment banker and teaches copyright law at Reykjavik University. He has previously worked on radio and television, including as a TV news reporter for the Icelandic National Broadcasting Service, and, since the age of seventeen, has translated fourteen of Agatha Christie's novels. Ragnar is the co-founder of the Reykjavik international crime writing festival Iceland Noir. His critically acclaimed international bestseller The Darkness is soon to be a major TV series. Jonasson lives in Reykjavik with his wife and two daughters.
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