My first book, Smáglæpir (Misdemeanors), is featured in the “New Books from Iceland 2018” booklet—an annual selection of Icelandic books chosen by the Icelandic Literature Center to be used for promotion at book fairs and literature events abroad.
The booklet reads:
Misdemeanors is a collection of seven short stories, all set in rather mundane surroundings and circumstances, yet each a narrative in which the characters find themselves in situations that lead to guilt. These are, however, all situations in which each and every one of us might end up.
The stories are suspenseful and the author is adept at setting vivid scenes, peopled with memorable characters. The storylines are realistic and the emotions they deal with are recognisable to every one of us. The reader finds it easy to identify and sympathise with the characters whose pain and guilt is portrayed with depth and sensitivity. The author has excellent grasp of the short story narrative form and for a debut, this book augurs well for an interesting career as a writer.
Extracts in English are available upon request.