The story of two sisters and their tempestuous relationship. After an absence of many years abroad, Lena makes a sudden and unannounced return. Wheels are set in motion, the moment Lena steps into Julia’s house, ushering new dangers into the home. This novel by Sigurdardottir encompasses many haunting elements, and in her own unique manner she manages to interweave the various narrative threads to  create a poignant and powerful contemporary story.