Winter is well on the way. Here is Brig’s winter book list to curl up with under a fluffy blanket, keeping you warm, snug, and entertained through the dark months.
The Snow Child – Eowyn Ivey
The Snow Child is set in a small 1920s community in the Alaskan wilderness and follows the story of Jack and Mabel. The ageing couple always wished for a child, until they come across a young girl alone in the woods. A magical, beautiful, heartfelt, heartbreaking story follows, making for a perfect winter-themed snuggly novel. The setting of deep snow, cosy log cabins, warm fireplaces, and wild woodlands means it can only be read during the winter months for maximum cosy vibes.
Northern Lights – Philip Pullman
Northern Lights is the first in Philip Pullman’s His Dark Materials Trilogy. The powerful story, set in the Far North, combines magic with intriguing characters and talking animals to create a comforting and familiar story, all set under the Aurora Borealis. The first book appeals to all ages, however reading on to The Subtle Knife and The Amber Spyglass creates a complex narrative exploring religion, multiple universes, and life after death. There’s no better winter fantasy world to escape to, especially if you’re into talking polar bears.
Before the Coffee Gets Cold – Toshikazu Kawaguchi
Kawaguchi’s 2015 novel explores the question of time travel – what would you do if you could go back in time? Before the Coffee Gets Cold is set in a cafe in Tokyo that gives customers the power to travel back in time, as long as they return before their coffee cools. The book has a collection of stories from different customers, with unique characters and adventures, making for a heartwarming, easy-going winter read.
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