What are some popular Iceland noir detective novels?

Sure. 'Snowblind' by Ragnar Jónasson is a great start. It's set in a small Icelandic town during winter, which adds to the sense of isolation and mystery. The plot is easy to follow and it gives a good introduction to the Iceland noir style.

Well, 'Maus' can be considered in a way. Although it's about the Holocaust, it has a noir - like feel in its black - and - white art and the way it tells a very serious and complex story. Also, 'Watchmen' has detective noir elements. The characters are morally grey, and there's a sense of mystery and a dark underbelly to the world they inhabit. Then there's 'Blacksad', a series that features a feline detective in a noir - inspired world filled with corruption and crime.

Iceland detective novels often feature the unique Icelandic landscape as an important element. It sets the mood and sometimes even plays a role in the mystery, like the vast and desolate areas.

One well - known Icelandic detective novel is 'Jar City' by Arnaldur Indriðason. It has a great mystery plot and well - developed characters.

Well, Raymond Chandler's 'The Big Sleep' is a must - mention. Philip Marlowe, the detective in it, is a very iconic character in detective noir. His investigations through the seedy underbelly of Los Angeles make for a great read. Then there's 'Double Indemnity' by James M. Cain. This novel is known for its intricate plot of insurance fraud and murder. It's really suspenseful. Also, 'The Postman Always Rings Twice' by Cain is a classic detective noir novel that has a dark and gritty atmosphere.

One classic is 'The Maltese Falcon' by Dashiell Hammett. It's a great example with its complex characters and a convoluted plot centered around a valuable statuette. Another is 'Raymond Chandler's 'The Big Sleep'. It features his iconic detective, Philip Marlowe, and is filled with the dark and seedy underbelly of Los Angeles.

Some 'neo noir detective novels' that stand out are 'Sin City' by Frank Miller. It's a graphic novel but still fits the genre. It has a very dark and violent world filled with corrupt characters and a detective - like figure in Marv. Then there's 'The Killing Kind' by John Connolly. It combines elements of the supernatural with the detective story, creating a unique neo noir feel. And 'Red Dragon' by Thomas Harris is also notable. It has a detective, Will Graham, dealing with a terrifying serial killer in a dark and disturbing world.

Some excellent film noir detective novels include 'Double Indemnity' by James M. Cain. It tells a story of an insurance salesman getting involved in a murder - for - profit scheme. 'The Postman Always Rings Twice' by Cain as well is a great example. It has a seedy atmosphere and a doomed love affair at its core. Also, 'A Kiss Before Dying' by Ira Levin features a devious plot where a young man will stop at nothing to achieve his goals, and it has elements of detective work within the noir framework.

Noir detective novels often feature a cynical and hard - boiled detective. They usually have a dark and seedy setting, like the back alleys of a big city at night. The stories are filled with moral ambiguity, where the line between good and bad is blurred.

One popular noir romance novel is 'The Postman Always Rings Twice'. It combines elements of dark, seedy settings with a passionate and often doomed love story. The characters are complex and the atmosphere is filled with a sense of foreboding. Another is 'Gone Girl', which has a noir - like feel in its exploration of a troubled marriage. It keeps the readers on their toes with its twists and turns. And 'Double Indemnity' is also a classic noir romance in a way, as it weaves a tale of love and crime that is both thrilling and tragic.