KILLER DEAL is a fresh, engaging Scandinavian crime read. Sofie's Emma Sköld series is already wildly popular in Sweden, and it hit the US this spring! Read on for a synopsis of KILLER DEAL, and my conversation with this new voice on the Scandinavian crime fiction scene.
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Ragnar Jonasson, Author of the Dark Iceland Series
There is a special place in my heart for Ragnar's Dark Iceland series, and I'm so honored to have had the chance to speak with him. Read on for our discussion of crime writing, Ragnar's suggested Icelandic crime fiction reading list, and more information on the upcoming Dark Iceland TV series!
Read MoreJakob Melander, Danish Crime Author
Jakob Melander's THE HOUSE THAT JACK BUILT. In this character-driven crime novel, readers are drawn into a fast-paced, addictive world of deceit and darkness surrounding Copenhagen detective Lars Winkler, a troubled and totally sympathetic man who you can't help but care for. With a gripping plot and a big heart, Melander's first Lars Winkler novel totally drew me in. In our Q&A, Jakob shares insights into creating Lars Winkler, his reading recommendations, and his fascinating perspective on why the world loves Scandinavian crime fiction!
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