A SPELL OF WINTER by Helen Dunmore

I didn't see a thread for A Spell of Winter so I thought I would begin one.

(wee spoiler alert)

I just finished A Spell of Winter by Helen Dunmore and how easily I see that this book had to win the Orange Prize. What a wonderfully drawn story.
A Spell of Winter is an exquisite story of an illicit relationship between siblings. The thought may make one go "ewww", but this book is written so tastefully and beautifully that I do not think I can recommend it highly enough. It is quite possibly going to be my # 1 read of the year. 5 stars +

Oh! Mine is on it's way from the Book Depostitory - but I'm not sure if it will get here in time for me to read it for Orange July. Maybe if I'm lucky! Thanks for starting the thread! wow! Maybe your # 1 read of the year!!! That says a lot!

I read this years ago and the intense atmosphere of the book has stayed with me although I can't remember anything much about the story.

I've read other Helen Dunmores -- loved The Siege and The Betrayal; couldn't finish With Your Crooked Heart. But I do have A Spell of Winter on the TBR.

A Spell on Winter has been on my wishlist - must get to it someday!

I really enjoyed her nod to so many other Gothic greats! The atmosphere was just perfectly drawn. :D

Totally agreed Eva. Nice point.