The Mercies

Set on a remote Norwegian island in 1617, Kiran Millwood Hargrave's The Mercies explores a community transformed after a devastating storm decimates the island's men, leaving women to rebuild their lives. When a sinister outsider arrives, tensions and suspicions threaten the fragile peace, challenging notions of independence, love, and evil. Praised for its gripping and atmospheric storytelling, the novel delves into the strength and courage of women in the face of danger.