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guk's review against another edition
5.0
(4.5 stars rounded to 5) This was a very cozy read with lots of comforting descriptions of food, holidays, outdoor winter scenes and old stone homes. Several characters experience tragedies and personal setbacks before coming together for winter soltice in very cold Northern Scotland. I could see pretty clearly how the plot was going to develop but I enjoyed getting there. I especially loved the dog (Horace) who is a constant thread through the story. I also liked a love affair with older characters--although they thought of themselves as ancient in their sixties (ouch!).
earthseeddetroit's review
3.0
This is a very cozy, seasonally appropriate book. It is a sweet story.
santropezrose's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.0
lfbennett407's review against another edition
emotional
lighthearted
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25
storywarden's review
Another book I wanted to read became available at the library.
cosy_novel_niche's review against another edition
4.0
A slow, kind novel, full of hope and sincere bonds among humans. A perfect book for December, to be read while drinking tea near to a fireplace
chaoticcute's review against another edition
5.0
I loved this book. I was a little intimidated because of the length (my version from the local library was over 400 pages), and I wondered if this was going to be a long, slow, and sprawling drama.
It was long, but it was gorgeously crafted. Pilcher sets her characters up with love and care and the plot is people and landscape centered, not so much about conflicts to be resolved. The plot conflicts get settled with a very laid-back attitude, so if you're reading this book for dramatic conflict, this might not be the book for you. But if you want a book where you come to care deeply for the characters and get immersed in the beautiful Scottish landscape and love having a joyful attitude during the holiday season, this is definitely a book you will want to read.
Winter Solstice is going on my "to buy" list and I already know it's going to become a book I read traditionally during the holiday season.
It was long, but it was gorgeously crafted. Pilcher sets her characters up with love and care and the plot is people and landscape centered, not so much about conflicts to be resolved. The plot conflicts get settled with a very laid-back attitude, so if you're reading this book for dramatic conflict, this might not be the book for you. But if you want a book where you come to care deeply for the characters and get immersed in the beautiful Scottish landscape and love having a joyful attitude during the holiday season, this is definitely a book you will want to read.
Winter Solstice is going on my "to buy" list and I already know it's going to become a book I read traditionally during the holiday season.
kimberwolf's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
gloriazthompson's review against another edition
lighthearted
relaxing
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
A comforting, found-family, character-driven novel with wonderful nature descriptions. Perfect to read around Christmas time and during cold winter days.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Grief
margaretmechinus's review against another edition
4.0
The audio book is 17 hrs. That’s a long time to spend with someone, but I liked them all. How delightful.