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Fire and Ice

This series follows a detective who returns to his homeland to solve brutal crimes, blending intense investigations with the stark, unique atmosphere of the Icelandic landscape. Each case unearths dark secrets, forcing the protagonist to confront not only killers but also his own past. It's a chilling, action-packed thriller perfect for fans of Nordic noir. Expect gripping suspense and a deep dive into the darker side of human nature against a dramatic, elemental backdrop.

The Wanderer
Sea of Stone
Meltwater
66° north
Where the Shadows Lie

Recommended Reading Order

  1. Where the Shadows Lie

    • 416 pages
    • 15 hours of reading

    An ancient Icelandic saga leads to murder in this ingenious new crime series from international bestseller Michael RidpathMichael Ridpath is on the war path, trouncing the Scandinavians on their home turf. This is international thriller writing at its best, fine characters, page turning suspense and a great, fresh location. PETER JAMES

    Where the Shadows Lie1
    3.5
  2. 66° north

    • 480 pages
    • 17 hours of reading

    Ancient blood feuds and modern conspiracies: Magnus Jonson, the Iceland-born American homicide detective seconded to Reykjavik, discovers that vengeance, in Iceland, is best served at arctic temperatures.

    66° north2
    3.7
  3. Meltwater

    • 320 pages
    • 12 hours of reading

    A high-profile murder on the edge of an erupting volcano. a family feud reignites. Magnus Jonson searches for the truth in the third instalment of the Fire and Ice Quartet.

    Meltwater3
    4.0
  4. Sea of Stone

    • 336 pages
    • 12 hours of reading

    A family feud spills over into bloody vengeance in the fourth novel in the acclaimed Fire and Ice crime series.

    Sea of Stone4
    4.0
  5. The Wanderer

    • 336 pages
    • 12 hours of reading

    From the million-copy bestselling author, perfect for fans of Stieg Larsson, Anne Holt, and The Killing.

    The Wanderer5
    3.8