Fire and Ice / Magnus Iceland books in order

The Fire and Ice / Magnus Iceland series is a nine-book Icelandic crime fiction series published between 2009 and 2024.

Reading order

# Title Published Author Buy on Amazon
1 Where the Shadows Lie 2009 Fire and Ice Buy
2 Far North / 66 Degrees North 2011 Fire and Ice Buy
3 Edge of Nowhere 2011 Fire and Ice Buy
4 Meltwater 2012 Fire and Ice Buy
5 Sea of Stone 2014 Fire and Ice Buy
6 The Polar Bear Killing 2016 Fire and Ice Buy
7 The Wanderer 2018 Fire and Ice Buy
8 Death in Dalvik 2022 Fire and Ice Buy
9 Whale Fjord 2024 Fire and Ice Buy

The Fire and Ice / Magnus Iceland series spans nine books published between 2009 and 2024. The series begins with Where the Shadows Lie and is set in Iceland, using the country’s remote landscapes and small communities as a backdrop for crime stories.

Edge of Nowhere (2011) and Meltwater (2012) continued the series in quick succession, followed by Sea of Stone (2014) and The Polar Bear Killing (2016). The most recent entries, Death in Dalvik (2022) and Whale Fjord (2024), show the series still active after 15 years. The dual naming of some titles (like Far North / 66 Degrees North) reflects different editions across markets.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books are in the Fire and Ice / Magnus Iceland series?

There are nine books in the Fire and Ice / Magnus Iceland series, published between 2009 and 2024.

What is the first book in the Fire and Ice / Magnus Iceland series?

The first book in the Fire and Ice / Magnus Iceland series is Where the Shadows Lie, published in 2009.

Should I read the Magnus Iceland books in order?

Yes, reading the Fire and Ice / Magnus Iceland series in order from Where the Shadows Lie (2009) is recommended for the best experience with the recurring characters and storylines.

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