“That was when the silence ceased to hurt me. The kindling that hurt had accumulated in me all those years was all dried up. And now the silence had become a flame within me. A flame from which I felt a desperate need to free myself.”
When Eyja’s estranged former stepmother suddenly reaches out, Eyja’s reaction is a mix of shock and suspicion. What could possibly compel her to reconnect after all these years? What has been left unsaid? This unexpected encounter unravels buried memories, particularly the pivotal event that shaped Eyja into who she is today.
Echoes of Silence delves into a gripping tale of intricate family ties, distorted relationships, and wounds that never fully heal. Eyja, with her fierce and often unsettling demeanor, echoes the complex anti-heroes of Ottessa Moshfegh’s novels, offering a uniquely compelling and multifaceted character that will keep readers captivated.
“Echoes of Silence is a captivating read that not only provides excellent entertainment but also serves as a powerful catalyst for meaningful conversations about challenging issues.”
MORGUNBLADID DAILY
Ragnhildur Thastardottir (b. 1996) is an emerging voice in the literary world, celebrated for her debut novel, Echoes of Silence, which won the Forlagid’s Debut Prize. Her novel has garnered critical acclaim for its poignant storytelling and deep exploration of More about the author