From Kirkus Reviews: ...Halleson clearly has a strong understanding of the Norwegian-Americans who populate her novel, and their depictions seem extremely authentic. She’s equally skilled at representing the criminal mind, and the passages from the perspective of a kidnapper are chilling....
On Being Norwegian-American
I have known for a long time that I was different, not only because I felt it, but because I was often told this by friends, co-workers, and acquaintances. A little background might be in order: I grew up on a small farm near a Norwegian-American town of 1,500 people in Wisconsin. The entire county … Continue reading On Being Norwegian-American
