The Sixteen Trees of the Somme

An intricate story about war, family, secrets and, yes, wood … An engaging, satisfying read. - The Times

The Sixteen Trees of the Somme is so cleverly plotted, and it builds up such effortless dramatic momentum as it zeroes in on its conclusion - Scotsman

Mytting follows up Norwegian Wood with a mystery that fits together like a piece of fine marquetry - Observer

Mytting’s book is as much a romantic historical thriller as it is a book of promise, a page-turner as it is a reflective journey into selfhood, history, life’s meaning and individual moral responsibility - Bookanista

What a remarkable book. I adored it … It’s one of those books I’ve rushed home to get back to and read late into the night. I felt embedded in Edvard’s world and those of his parents and grandparents. I have an urge to visit Norway and go back to the Shetlands just to honour this book. - Jaffe and Neale Booksellers

The tug of this book on the heart and mind is irresistible … And you will, I think, struggle to find a modern novel in which the emotional, imaginative lure of trees and wood is as powerful. - Catholic Herald Books of the Year.

A tragic and astonishing narrative about the love of wood, about family secrets, and finding your own self. About grief, loss and love … If Norwegian Wood had not made Lars Mytting a celebrity, this novel will. - Dagbladet

Probably this year’s most riveting novel, a widescreen narrative that must be considered his definitive breakthrough as a writer … This book is so blessedly well written that even the most elaborate twists become logical and acceptable milestones in an intricate story. - Aftenposten