I’m absolutely thrilled to share a Q&A with Norwegian crime writer Vidar Sundstøl, whose forthcoming crime book THE DEVIL’S WEDDING RING was an instant hit for me! Sundstøl is a masterful writer, and I can highly recommend THE DEVIL’S WEDDING RING for Scandinavian crime fiction fans looking to embrace something a little bit different, and totally engrossing. In this Q&A, Sundstøl covers everything from the inspiration for THE DEVIL’S WEDDING RING to his deep connection to his home, to the crime-solving librarian who plays a significant role in this outstanding crime read.
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Nordic Noir Author Q&A: Erik Axl Sund, THE CROW GIRL
It seems perfectly fitting that my first blog post of Crime by the Book's second year in existence is dedicated to one of my favorite books: THE CROW GIRL by Erik Axl Sund. Today I’m thrilled to share a Q&A with writing duo Erik Axl Sund, discussing their brilliant crime book, their writing process, and what they're working on next! Read on for more information on THE CROW GIRL and our Q&A.
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Nordic Noir Q&A: Emelie Schepp, Author of MARKED FOR REVENGE
I'm thrilled to share my second Q&A with Emelie Schepp, Swedish crime author of the Jana Berzelius series! This Q&A covers Book 2 in Schepp's series, MARKED FOR REVENGE, which releases 2/28/17 from MIRA Books. If you're looking for a Scandinavian book recommendation that has action, timely social issues, and a driving plot, Schepp's series might be perfect for you.
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