The Island
The Island
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2019
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Iceland • 1980s
2019
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In The Island by Ragnar Jónasson, individuals are brought together on a remote Icelandic island for a reunion that turns ominous. The narrative intricately weaves past and present events, as protagonist Hulda Hermannsdóttir investigates, uncovering secrets and hidden connections that reveal the complex human emotions tied to friendship, betrayal, and tragedy.
Mysterious
Suspenseful
Dark
Unnerving
Melancholic
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
The Island by Ragnar Jónasson impresses with its atmospheric setting and intricate plot. Readers enjoy the suspenseful, slow-burn narrative and well-developed characters. However, some find the pacing uneven and feel that the story occasionally lacks depth. Overall, the novel is praised for its engaging mystery and vivid Icelandic backdrop.
Who Should Read The Island?
A reader who enjoys The Island by Ragnar Jónasson likely appreciates atmospheric Nordic noir and intricate mystery plots. Fans of Stieg Larsson's The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo or Henning Mankell's Faceless Killers would value its suspenseful storytelling and dark, isolated settings.
14,393 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Novel • Fiction
Iceland • 1980s
2019
Adult
18+ years
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