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Spiegel & Grau · Aug 4, 2026

Freyja is Nordic noir at its best

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“An eerie novel that will keep you up late into the night.”—Eowyn Ivey

Freyja tingles the senses like an incipient freeze.”—Janelle Brown

Unnur has secrets. As a cold case investigation reopens and the intricate threads of past and present begin to tangle, she must race to recover the broken memory of what happened years ago, or risk losing her daughter. Steeped in Icelandic myth, Freyja is at once a gripping story of a child’s disappearance, a testament to the power of a mother’s love, and an enthralling tale of redemption and forgiveness from a gifted new voice.

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P.S. Margrét Ann Thors pulled together a Spotify playlist of songs to listen to while reading Freyja for the perfect atmosphere. Take a peek below!

What makes independent publishing special?

Indie publishing is special because the expectation of extraordinary titles must create significant pressure, and the publisher’s commitment and belief in a title is both a risk and an act of faith.

Why are relationships between publishers and independent booksellers so important?

Indie Booksellers are the living algorithm needed to influence and support titles. Their trusted endorsement can sometimes make or break a title.

What’s your favorite S&G book to recommend?

Go as a River

In this rapid publishing climate, what makes a book truly stand the test of time?

Books with characters that inspire compassion and empathy.

Kathryn Stockett had an amazing time meeting fans and connecting with booksellers on the California leg of her tour for her #1 New York Times bestseller, The Calamity Club. Huge thanks to our bookseller friends at Diesel, Warwicks, Zibby’s Books, and Godmothers.

P.S. check out Kathryn’s fantastic interview with Octavia Spencer at Godmothers below.

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