Can you recommend some scandinavian historical novels?

Sure. 'The Long Ships' by Frans G. Bengtsson is a great one. It's set in the Viking Age and follows the adventures of a Viking named Red Orm.

Sure. 'The Red Room' by August Strindberg is a notable classic Scandinavian novel. It critiques the society of the time, especially the upper - class hypocrisy. Then there's 'A Doll's House' by Henrik Ibsen, which is famous for its exploration of gender roles and female liberation in the context of a Norwegian family. Also, 'The Master of Hestviken' by Sigrid Undset is a great read. It delves into the life of a man in medieval Scandinavia, showing his struggles, his relationships, and his moral dilemmas.

Sure. One of the well - known Scandinavian detective novels is 'The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo' by Stieg Larsson. It features complex characters and a dark, intricate plot.

Another great one is 'Boy Swallows Universe' by Trent Dalton. Although not strictly Scandinavian but with a similar tone in parts. However, if we focus on pure Scandinavian works, 'The Redbreast' by Jo Nesbø is a well - known and recent one. It's a crime novel that has a great plot with interesting characters and a vivid portrayal of the Scandinavian setting.

One well - known Scandinavian romance novel is 'A Man Called Ove' by Fredrik Backman. It's a heartwarming story that has elements of romance along with themes of friendship and community. Another is 'The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo' by Stieg Larsson which also has a romantic sub - plot within its mystery - thriller framework.

One of the best Scandinavian novels is 'The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo' by Stieg Larsson. It's a thrilling mystery with complex characters.

Often, they have a strong sense of place. Since Scandinavia has a unique geographical and climatic environment, it is often well - depicted in these novels. For example, the long winters and vast forests play important roles in the settings.

One great new Scandinavian mystery novel is 'The Girl in the Ice' by Camilla Grebe. It has a complex plot with a strong female lead detective trying to solve a baffling murder case.

Sure. 'The Sandman' by Lars Kepler is a great 2016 Scandinavian noir novel. It has a fast - paced plot with a lot of mystery and suspense. The characters are interesting and the way the story unfolds keeps you hooked from start to finish.

One of the best is 'The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo' by Stieg Larsson. It has a complex plot full of mystery and engaging characters.