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Winter Solstice Paperback – January 1, 2005

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Elfrida Phipps loves her new life in her pretty Hampshire village. She has a tiny cottage, her faithful dog Horace and the friendship of the neighbouring Blundells - particularly Oscar - to ensure that her days include companionship as well as independence. But an unforeseen tragedy upsets Elfrida's tranquillity: Oscar's wife and daughter are killed in a terrible car crash and he finds himself homeless when his stepchildren claim their dead mother's inheritance. Oscar and Elfrida take refuge in a rambling house in Scotland which becomes a magnet for various waifs and strays who converge upon it, including an unhappy teenage girl. It could be a recipe for disaster. But somehow the Christmas season weaves its magical spell and for Elfrida and Oscar, in the evening of their lives, the winter solstice brings love and solace.
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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Hodder Pb (January 1, 2005)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 720 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0340752483
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0340752487
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.42 x 1.81 x 7.76 inches
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Rosamunde Pilcher, OBE (née Scott; born 22 September 1924) is a British writer of several short-stories and 28 romance novels and mainstream women's fiction from 1949 to 2000, when she retired from writing. Early in her career she was also published under the pen name Jane Fraser. Her son is the writer Robin Pilcher.

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I started this coincidentally on the the winter solstice and so glad I did. I felt originally like It started a little slow but it ended up being quite a lovely story. A perfect winter or Christmastime read with all the feels!
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  • Reviewed in the United States on December 18, 2024
    Congrats to Ms Pilcher on a well written story. The book was easy to flow, despite multiple characters. Lots of different lives to follow, but we'll blended. The twists and turns were believable and well done. Sometimes life is good despite our circumstances.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on December 23, 2024
    Sweet story with lovable characters and a nice, happy ending set in a small Scottish village at Christmastime. Get a cup of tea and enjoy this cozy read
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  • Reviewed in the United States on October 13, 2024
    Ends on cheerful, if predictable, note which is just what I needed on this season. I love her descriptions of landscapes and homes.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on November 21, 2024
    Pilcher develops characters that you would want to know in real life - mostly! The descriptions of people, places, and situations are so real that it is easy to immerse yourself in the story. I love reading this book in November/December because I can more easily relate to the settings. And the simple messages of thanks, gratitude, and living are wonderful during this somewhat dark period. A lovely book.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on November 20, 2024
    In Winter Solstice, Rosamunde Pilcher intricately weaves the lives of five diverse characters, each seeking connection and purpose during the holiday season. Elfrida Phipps, a former stage actress, moves to the quaint English village of Dibton, where she longs for companionship despite the comforts of her new surroundings. Meanwhile, Oscar Blundell has sacrificed his musical career for family life with his wife Gloria and their daughter, Francesca, reflecting on the value of his choices.

    As the story unfolds, Carrie returns from Australia after a tumultuous affair, only to find her mother and aunt caught in constant bickering. She steps in to care for her aunt's reserved teenage daughter, Lucy, allowing her mother to pursue a romantic distraction. Sam Howard, grappling with the aftermath of his wife leaving him, seeks solace and renewal in the rugged beauty of northern Scotland, dreaming of a new beginning.

    The lives of these characters converge in a large, neglected estate near the fishing town of Creagan, united by the ripple effects of a shared tragedy. Pilcher captures the essence of love, loyalty, and the promise of rebirth in this heartwarming tale set on the winter solstice, the shortest day of the year. Winter Solstice is a profound exploration of human connections, perfect for readers looking for a story that celebrates resilience and new beginnings during the holiday season.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on October 8, 2024
    A bit saccharine but lovely nevertheless. I fell in love with all of the characters and the descriptions of the places. This book was just what I needed after a very stressful move, etc. if you are looking for a lovely story without high drama to keep you on the edge of your seat, this might be for you. I thoroughly enjoyed it.
  • Reviewed in the United States on December 13, 2024
    Rosamunde draws us in once again! I picked this up as my UK Christmas vacation read. I didn’t want it to end. I was immediately drawn into the worlds of Elfrida, Oscar, Jeffrey, Lucy, Carrie, Sam and the rest of the supporting cast. It hits all of the emotional highs and lows of human behavior in a setting that is the epitome of the festive season! Settle down with a wee bit of drink in front of the fire and enjoy this delightful book.
  • Reviewed in the United States on August 31, 2024
    Winter Solstice is the fourth Pitcher novel for me. I' d say they are all equally good. The greatest strength of Pitcher's writing is the description of natural beauty. The second greatest strength is the conversational exchanges, filled with so much depth . Everyone has a great gift of expression, scintillating and concise , to deepen the relationships . Even the children are serious and profound. To a fault. The typical fluff of human dialogue is relegated to a few unlikable minor characters. Fluffy and therefore minor. But then that's why the writing is so great.
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  • lyntrom
    5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful story aboutn human kindness and resilence
    Reviewed in Canada on February 2, 2022
    Once again this author engages us with her beautifully developed characters as they face major changes in their lives - loss, grief, hope and renewal. It takes place in a beautiful setting in Scotland. I was intrigued to learn when I looked the area up, that there are tours offered that take you to many of the locations that were inspiration for this novel. It was a great story for a warm, cozy read on wintry days that leaves you feeling hopeful about finding the good in others.
  • Madonbooks
    5.0 out of 5 stars loved it
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 1, 2024
    Gentle, warming and festive. So much to love, it is a long book that went by in a flash and I shall miss the wonderful characters.
  • Doyle Catherine
    5.0 out of 5 stars Top quality and condition
    Reviewed in Italy on November 14, 2020
    Wonderful author; top quality book that arrived in perfect condition
  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great
    Reviewed in India on December 1, 2019
    Used copy in excellent condition. Great cozy Christmas read.
  • Judy Tipple
    1.0 out of 5 stars Couldn't finish
    Reviewed in Spain on December 7, 2018
    A totally boring and banal read which I couldn't be bothered to finish as none of the characters or the story interested me enough