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Snowblind (Dark Iceland, #1)

Ragnar Jónasson, Quentin Bates
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Snowblind (Dark Iceland, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2015

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Ragnar Jónasson, Quentin Bates

Snowblind (Dark Iceland, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2015
Book Details
Pages

300

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Siglufjörður, Iceland • 2010s

Publication Year

2015

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Snowblind by Ragnar Jónasson and Quentin Bates introduces a fresh-teamed police officer who finds himself in a secluded Icelandic town, where a series of chilling events challenge his investigative skills amidst the ruthless winter. As tension mounts, the officer must navigate the isolated community to uncover hidden truths while confronting his personal uncertainties.

Reviews & Readership

3.7

32,614 ratings

58%

Loved it

33%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Snowblind by Ragnar Jónasson and Quentin Bates is a captivating entry in Icelandic noir, drawing readers into a chilling, atmospheric mystery. The plot's deliberate pacing enhances the tension, but some readers might find it too slow. Character development is strong, though a few secondary figures feel under-explored. Perfect for fans of brooding, immersive crime fiction.

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Who Should Read Snowblind (Dark Iceland, #1)?

Readers who enjoy Snowblind by Ragnar Jónasson and Quentin Bates are fans of atmospheric, Nordic noir crime fiction. This novel appeals to those who appreciate intricate plots, bleak landscapes, and complex characters, similar to the likes of Stieg Larsson's The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo and Jo Nesbø’s The Snowman.

3.7

32,614 ratings

58%

Loved it

33%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

300

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Siglufjörður, Iceland • 2010s

Publication Year

2015

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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