I couldn’t put this book down and couldn’t wait to read it again. Very sorrowful yet beautiful at the same time. 


This book was highly recommended so I gave it a try. I’m glad it read it but after this I need a happy book to take me out of the depressive state I’m in after reading it. 

You have to have a strong stomach for this book. It’s extremely graphic. I had to skim over a few parts because it was difficult to read. The story was captivating and horrifying at the same time. I really enjoyed the first and the third person perspective and that it jumps back and forth. Margret was by far the best character because I loved her development throughout the novel. 

This book is extremely well written and impressive for a debut novel. It was definitely interesting to read a book set in 1800s Iceland.

Round up to 4 stars because of the writing, the setting, character development & research effort to make the book successful.