Madeleine Eskedahl
Swedish-born crime novelist based in New Zealand, author of the Matakana series including Blood on the Vines, Rings on Water, and Angels of Clay, blending Scandinavian noir with New Zealand settings.
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Feb 3, 2026 • 10min
Murder in Matakana: Madeleine Eskedahl's series continues
Madeleine Eskedahl, Swedish-born crime novelist living in New Zealand, creator of the Matakana series. She discusses a murder at a pottery retreat, wartime links to local secrets, recurring investigators Bill Granger and Nico Sopoanga, and why a picturesque town hides dark undercurrents. She also touches on Nordic influences, local reactions, and a forthcoming book about environmental crime.
