Last Rituals

Name: Last Rituals
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Thora Gudmundsdottir Book 1

By Yrsa Sigurdardottir

Series: Thora Gudmundsdottir

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Summary

Last Rituals by Yrsa Sigurdardottir is a gripping crime and thriller novel set in Iceland. The story follows Thóra Gudmundsdóttir, a lawyer, who is hired to investigate the mysterious murder of a student obsessed with witchcraft and medieval rituals. As Thóra delves deeper, she uncovers dark secrets and confronts chilling truths that blur the line between ancient practices and modern mysteries.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy a gripping blend of crime and thriller elements interwoven with Icelandic folklore and dark history. Its intriguing plot, which combines a murder investigation with the exploration of ancient rituals and beliefs, provides a chilling yet fascinating experience for those interested in mysteries with a cultural twist.

Last Rituals

A grisly, chilling Icelandic thriller from a fantastic new voice in crime fiction

A grisly, chilling Icelandic thriller from a fantastic new voice in crime fiction

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Death would be a blessing...

A young man is found brutally murdered, his eyes gouged out. A student of Icelandic history in Reykjavik, he came from a wealthy German family who do not share the police's belief that his drug dealer murdered him. Attorney Thora Gudmundsdottir is commissioned by his mother to find out the truth, with the help and hindrance of boorish ex-policeman Matthew Reich.

Their investigations into his research take them deep into a grisly world of torture and witchcraft both past and present, as they draw ever closer to a killer gripped by a dangerous obsession...

Last Rituals by Yrsa Sigurdardottir spins a chilling tale that immerses readers in the depth of Iceland's haunting history, blending mystery with the dark arts in a thrilling narrative.

Series: Thora Gudmundsdottir

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Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Last Rituals by Yrsa Sigurdardottir is praised for its unique blend of dark, grisly themes with surprising humour, providing a quirky and interesting read. The book features an absorbing mystery led by a young female sleuth, against the backdrop of Iceland’s cold landscape. It’s described as an accomplished debut with credible characters, offering an exhilarating reading experience that combines historical and macabre elements. The novel is intricately plotted and keeps readers guessing until the end, with a translation that adds to its light and playful tone.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780340920633

Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 08 January 2009

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Hodder Paperback

Contributors:

Translated by Bernard Scudder

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 28.0mm

Width: 132.0mm

Height: 199.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 432

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Crime & Thriller Fiction General Fiction Series: Thora Gudmundsdottir Yrsa Sigurdardottir

About the Author

Yrsa Sigurdardottir works as a civil engineer in Reykjavik. Her books for children have won prizes and great acclaim. LAST RITUALS is her first adult novel.