A review by artemisia_vulgaris
The Darkness by Ragnar Jónasson

challenging dark sad tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

3.75

This is not an atmospheric thriller, but a descent into despair. Do not read if books upset you, this novel is a chronicle of errors and cruelty, with no justice and no redemption.