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Iceland loves crime novels, even the Prime Minister has written one. They discuss the collaboration between the Prime Minister and a best-selling crime writer, the influence of Icelandic sagas on crime fiction, the work of Iceland's only forensic pathologist, and a conversation with the Prime Minister about her crime novel.
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- Crime fiction has gained popularity in Iceland despite its low crime rates, as it explores the contrast between the peaceful image of the country and dark themes in the genre.
- The Prime Minister of Iceland, Katriín Jakobsdóttir, being a writer of crime fiction, views politics as a matter of not fully trusting anyone, influenced by her background in the genre.
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Crime Fiction in Iceland
Iceland has a fascination with crime fiction, despite being one of the safest countries in the world with low crime rates. The contrast between the peaceful appearance of Iceland and the dark themes in crime stories set there creates interest. Crime fiction has gained popularity and acceptance in Iceland since the 2000s. The genre, known as Nordic Noir, probes beneath the surface of Nordic welfare society, revealing that things aren't always as good as they seem.
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