Although I am somewhat older than the target audience for this book I really enjoyed reading it. It is a nice fast paced adventure with plenty of Viking history to whet your appetite & in fact I wish some adult books were as enjoyable to read. I think it would appeal to any teens who have an interest in history or archaeology & they may even want to discover more about Vikings & their myths or sagas after reading this book. This is Nordic Noir for teens that is set in Norway & I think it is a good read for any teenagers regardless of gender. The characters here have plenty of depth for this kind of book & it seems quite well researched & thought out. The main thread here is of friendship & bravery, even across the centuries. The story is about an ancient evil Viking curse & does involve a dead Viking boy trapped in a glacier so some caution may be advised before giving it to younger children.