<i>Kin </i>is<b> well paced and skilfully plotted</b>, with a strong sense of everyday life at the time . . . I suspect t<b>his will not be the last Viking noir novel we see</b>

The Times

<b>An exciting new voice</b>. With his Viking mystery, Snorri has created <b>a new and interesting sub-genre of Icelandic noir</b>

Ragnar Jonasson

Praise Odin, it's<b> a terrific mystery!</b> With <b>Viking family values and a sharp-witted heroine</b>, Snorri Kristjansson delivers <b>a first-rate chronicle of intrigue and murder</b>

Stephen Gallagher, bestselling author of Red, Red Robin

An <b>entertaining and claustrophobic </b>tale of familial tension and murder

SciFiNow

<b>Timeless and universal</b> . . . It will be interesting to see where Kristjansson's imagination takes his <b>beguiling </b>heroine next

Starburst

If you're a fan of crime fiction and enjoy a bit of added history, then I would suggest you <b>look no further than <i>Kin</i></b>. When it comes to murder you want to be <b>kept guessing right up till the last</b> and <i>Kin </i>does that and more

The Eloquent Page

The start of an <b>interesting</b> crime series

Book Worm Mum

The remote setting of Viking village, the historical period and Helga's character are<b> very refreshing</b>

The Book Bag

<b>If the combination of Vikings, mystery and murder sound good, then this is the book for you</b> . . . If you're in a Scandi-noir mood, and willing to leap back through the centuries, then this is a book which will reward a reading; <b>I, for one, look forward to the further adventures of Helga Finnsdottir</b>

Sci-Fi and Fantasy Reviews

I was <b>completely swept away</b> . . . <b>couldn't put it down</b> . . . <b>completely beguilin</b>g . . . I would definitely have no hesitation in recommending this and <b>I look forward to seeing where Helga's adventures lead us to next</b>

Lynn's Book Blog

A new style read that is <b>gripping, enjoyable and easily accessible</b> . . . I, for one, look forward to continuing Helga's adventures . . . <i>Kin </i>will appeal to fans of crime, thrillers, mystery and historical fiction and is <b>well worth a read</b>

The Tattooed Book Geek

<b>Well written, descriptive and well-paced </b>and is a <b>very enjoyable </b>read . . . Helga could become an insightful Dark Age sleuth. Well met! Helga Finnsdottir

Mature Times

This series is set to be a huge success not least because <b>its leading lady is one of the smartest and funniest you will encounter</b>

The Madwoman in the Attic

It has been a very long time since I finished a book in a day. But today everything came together, and it also helped that I could not put the book down . . . So <b>if you like crime, read it</b>. <b>If you are a historical fan, read it.</b> If you just like a good story (like we all do!) then well duh, this is <b>a must read</b>. Oh it was just so good! <b>I truly enjoyed this one</b>

Book Girl of Mur-y-Castell

I loved Kin and the ending just made my head spin with its cleverness and impact . . . I<b> can't wait to read even more of Helga Finnsdottir's adventures</b>

A Fantastical Librarian

As I read <i>Kin</i>, I kept thinking of friends and family who I wanted to share it with, fans of murder mysteries, fans of character driven stories, fans of historical fiction. <b>This book would appeal to all of them</b> . . . With such an interesting group of characters, I found myself returning to the book frequently. <b>It was a fun read, and I'd recommend it</b>

Blog in Basket

Viking Crime could very well be my new favourite crime! Plenty of twists and turns which really will keep you guessing. <b>A great read</b> for any crime or historical fiction fan that <b>I would highly recommend</b>

Kelly is Reading

<b>It had everything I look for in a book</b> . . . I highly recommend this book to anyone who likes mysteries / crime stories with a sprinkle of Norse mythology and who enjoys reading stories full of flawed characters

Unfiltered Tales

A <b>fantastic</b> introduction . . . An <b>enjoyable</b> read with a good sense of suspense and an intriguing backdrop

The Little Book Owl

<b>Compelling reading</b>

The Gin Book Club

<b>An entertaining tale</b> of family tensions and murder . . . <b>Kristjansson writes vividly</b> (you can feel the heat, smell blood, hear Norse Gods) and with passion

Nordic Noir Blog

A thumbs up from me for the familial conflict, and the generally<b> entertaining</b> conniving women and wonderfully Neanderthal male characters

Raven Crime Reads

This is an <b>extremely well written</b> murder mystery with echoes to Poirot and Sherlock but set within the Viking era . . . I am delighted that there will be another one

Fantasy Guide

A <b>highly readable</b> Viking family murder, with an <b>engaging</b> heroine and <b>convincing</b> historical detail. <b>Recommended</b>

Promoting Crime

Kin is a dark sumptuous, lively tale, which delves beneath the veneer of family blood ties. All families have secrets, betrayals that erupt into arguments and spite. Slights nurtured and fanned until they flare into feuds. Kristjansson weaves a riveting journey as the mystery unfurls with tantalising timing

The Book Bag

A<b> highly readable</b> Viking family murder, with an engaging heroine and <b>convincing </b>historical detail. <b>Recommended</b>

Promoting Crime

I greatly enjoyed the story's <b>compelling </b>blend of historical fiction and crime mystery . . . Helga Finnsdottir was <b>a joy</b>

The BiblioSanctum