We proudly announce that Grand’s Norwegian author, Siri Pettersen, has been selected by the esteemed American magazine Kirkus Reviews as one of the Best Books of the 21st Century for her celebrated fantasy novel Iron Wolf.

The novel is the first installment in the Vardari series and has received wide acclaim for its rich world-building, stylistic precision, and compelling characters.

Alongside this honor, Kirkus Reviews also published an in-depth feature exploring Siri’s thoughts on writing fantasy, her creative journey, and the deeper meaning behind imagined worlds.

The full article here is Siri Pettersen: Fantasy Is More Than Escapism.

We extend our warmest congratulations to Siri on this significant international recognition.