Reykjavik Prison (2022)
2022
453 pages
Fiction
Historical Fiction
A compelling novel which shines a new light on life in Iceland at the end of the 18th century, the island’s most miserable inhabitants and the oppressors who decide their fate.
Reviews
“Reykjavik Prison sheds light on atrocities at the roots of our Republic. The book is an unforgettable monument to people that authorities sacrificed. And a middle-finger raised to those authorities.”
KRISTIN OMARSDOTTIR, WRITER
“A deep and unusual story.”
BUBBI MORTHENS, MUSICIAN
“A fascinating book … A very lively set of characters.”
EGILL HELGASON, KILJAN/NATIONAL TV
“... a well-told tale, the account is smooth and endearing, great characters.”
PALL WINKEL, MORGUNBLADID DAILY