Wolf Winter
Wolf Winter
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2014
Book Brief
432
Novel • Fiction
Swedish Lapland • 1717
2014
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Wolf Winter by Cecilia Ekbäck is a historical thriller set in 1717 Swedish Lapland. It follows Maija, a midwife who relocates her family to a remote community, where they struggle to fit in. When her daughter discovers a local man's mutilated body, Maija suspects foul play and takes on the investigation herself. As a harsh winter descends, they uncover dark secrets within the isolated town.
Mysterious
Dark
Unnerving
Suspenseful
Melancholic
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Cecilia Ekbäck's Wolf Winter is lauded for its atmospheric prose and vivid depiction of 18th-century Swedish Lapland, drawing readers into a chilling, immersive mystery. Critics appreciate the strong, complex female protagonist and rich historical detail. However, some note a slow narrative pace and occasional confusion due to multiple storylines. Overall, it's a compelling read for historical fiction enthusiasts.
Who Should Read Wolf Winter?
Readers who enjoy atmospheric historical fiction with elements of mystery and supernatural intrigue, akin to Hannah Kent's Burial Rites or Eowyn Ivey's The Snow Child, will appreciate Cecilia Ekbäck's Wolf Winter. The novel's blend of Scandinavian folklore and harsh, evocative settings is perfect for fans of richly detailed, suspenseful narratives.
8,640 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
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432
Novel • Fiction
Swedish Lapland • 1717
2014
Adult
18+ years
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