Burial Rites by Hannah Kent
Set against the stark and haunting landscape of 19th-century Iceland, this gripping narrative delves into the final days of Agnes Magnúsdóttir, the last woman to be executed in the country. As she awaits her fate, Agnes is sent to live with a rural family, where she forms unexpected bonds and reveals the harrowing truth behind the crime she was accused of committing. Through a blend of historical detail and emotional depth, the story explores themes of justice, redemption, and the human capacity for understanding and compassion.
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- Published
- 2013
- Nationality
- Australian
- Length
- Medium
- Pages
- 320-350
- Original Language
- English
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- 3rd on 30 Best Australian books of the 21st century (Readings)
- 6th on Australia’s Radio National top 100 books of the 21st century (ABC Radio national)
- 1810th on Our Users' Honorable Mention Favorite Books of All Time (The Greatest Books Users)