Thirty Days of Darkness: This year's most chilling, twisty, darkly funny DEBUT thriller...

A snobbish Danish literary author is challenged to write a crime novel in thirty days, traveling to a small village in Iceland for inspiration, and then a body appears. This is a darkly funny, twisting debut Nordic Noir thriller that marks the start of an addictive new series.

Format: Hardback
Length: 300 pages
Publication date: 25 May 2023
Publisher: Orenda Books

A snobbish Danish literary author embarks on a challenging journey to write a crime novel within thirty days, seeking inspiration in a small village in Iceland. However, as she delves into the investigation of a mysterious body that surfaces, she uncovers a web of secrets that puts her life and the lives of those around her in danger. This atmospheric, darkly funny, and twisty debut thriller marks the beginning of an addictive new series.

Hannah, the acclaimed author, finds herself frustrated by the lack of readership for her novels despite their critical acclaim. She expresses her contempt for genre fiction, leading to a public challenge to write a crime novel within thirty days. Fearful of losing her reputation, Hannah reluctantly accepts the challenge and is sent to Húsafjöður, a quiet and picturesque village in Iceland.

However, just two days after her arrival, the body of a young fisherman's son is pulled from the water, initiating a complex and dangerous investigation. Hannah initially sees this as an opportunity to gather material for her novel, but soon realizes that she has stumbled upon a web of secrets that threatens to unravel the peaceful community she has come to know.

As she delves deeper into the investigation, Hannah encounters a cast of colorful local characters, each with their own secrets and motivations. She must navigate through a maze of lies, deceit, and betrayal, while also dealing with her own personal struggles and conflicts. The stakes are high, and Hannah must use all her skills and resources to uncover the truth before it's too late.

"The Murder of a Fisherman's Son" is a captivating debut thriller that blends mystery, suspense, and humor in equal measure. The author's vivid descriptions of Iceland's landscape and culture add to the atmospheric and immersive experience, while the intricate plot keeps readers engaged and guessing until the very end.

This novel marks the beginning of an exciting new series, and fans of crime fiction and literary suspense are sure to be captivated by Hannah's intriguing character and her thrilling adventures.

Dimension: 198 x 129 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781914585616