This is the story of Agnes Magnusdottir, who is accused of murder. She is sent to live with a local family until she is to be executed for the murder. Sounds depressing, but it's not really.
In these months that she lives with this family, we learn about her life, and their lives as well. I love how the author brings us to new understanding of various characters as she weaves her story, and how she brings them to new understanding of each other as well.
The book takes place in Iceland, in the 1820's. I found it interesting to learn about what life was like there at that time.
All around a great book. I recommend it.
Thanks Diane! Sounds like a book I can get lost in!! :)
ReplyDeleteDiane, So glad you read that novel, I've been thinking that is sounded like a good, interesting read & will download it for my next trip.
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