A review by jaygabler
Winterland by Rae Meadows

dark emotional mysterious reflective sad tense medium-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? No

5.0

 At once a warm evocation of family life in the Soviet Union and a damnation of the country's systemic repression. The author's sensitive exploration of her story's historical context makes this a sports story like none other. By the end of the book, we're completely invested in Anya's quest; not her quest for gold, but to be able to choose her own path through life.

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Emotional abuse

Moderate: Pedophilia, Rape, Sexual assault, Injury/Injury detail