This is a book that stays with you. If you're not a historical fiction reader but wish you were, this book is for you. If you've heard about this book but have been hesitant to pick it up, this is your sign.
Based on the true story of the last woman to be executed in Iceland, Kent's harsh rural landscapes seep into your bones. The characters are real, imperfect and heart breaking. You love them and hate them and see the whole spectrum of humanity from them.
Be warned, this book is slow and bleak. There is a tension throughout that builds and at points you won't be sure you're enjoying the book. But please stick with it. You'll be thinking about Agnes and the freezing Icelandic winter for a long time. |
