Winter has arrived with its chilly days and nights, making indoors more enticing than ever. In fact, the best thing right now would be to nestle in a cosy corner of your home, wrapped in a blanket, lost in the pages of an exciting book, right? It’s the perfect retreat from the wintry outdoors, diving into stories that are sure to whisk you away to distant lands. So come along as we recommend five books to read on such nippy, cosy days.
Step into the wintry landscape of 1920s Alaska in this captivating retelling of a fairy tale. The story revolves around a childless couple who build a snow child that magically comes to life, blurring the lines between reality and fantasy. With stunning descriptions of the Alaskan wilderness, this book explores love, loss and the mysteries of life.
In the Winter Garden, Kristin Hannah weaves a gripping story that alternates between World War II and the present day. Two sisters uncover their mother’s story of survival in a war-torn Russia. The narrative deals with family dynamics, history and the resilience of the human spirit against the backdrop of a biting Russian winter.
Winter reads often feature immersive settings, heartfelt narratives or magical elements, making them ideal for winter reading.
Historical fiction, magical realism and enchanting fantasies are some popular choices for winter reading.
Winter-themed books with snowy landscapes or holiday settings create a great ambience and make for a good read, especially during winter itself.
The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe by C.S. Lewis is a classic suitable for readers of all ages.
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