The Reckoning
A Completely Chilling Thriller, from the Queen of Icelandic Noir
(Author) Yrsa Sigurdardottir'Yrsa is a magnificent writer' Karin Slaughter 'The queen of Icelandic thriller writers' Guardian A chilling note written by a thirteen-year-old predicting the deaths of six people is found in a time capsule, ten years after it was buried. Can it be a real threat? Detective Huldar turns to psychologist Freyja to help understand the child who hid the message. But the discovery of the letter coincides with a string of murders. All of the victims match the initials from the note. Huldar and Freyja must race to identify the writer and the murderer, before the rest of the targets are killed... 'One of the best books I've read for a long time: dark, creepy, and gripping from beginning to end.' Stuart MacBride 'Will give you thrills and chills in equal measures.' Cosmopolitan
Yrsa Sigurdardottir
Yrsa Sigurdardottir is an Icelandic author known for her gripping crime novels and chilling thrillers. Her writing style is characterized by intricate plots, strong character development, and a knack for building suspense. Sigurdardottir's notable works include the Thora Gudmundsdottir series, featuring lawyer Thora as the protagonist in a series of dark and atmospheric mysteries.
She has made significant contributions to the crime fiction genre, blending elements of traditional mystery with elements of psychological thriller. Sigurdardottir's most famous work is "Last Rituals," the first book in the Thora Gudmundsdottir series, which follows the investigation of a brutal murder with occult overtones. Yrsa Sigurdardottir's work has garnered critical acclaim and a loyal following of readers worldwide.
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