The Land in Winter by Andrew Miller review light in the darkness
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Andrew Miller's The Land in Winter explores the complexities of love and connection in a harsh world, starting with the aftermath of a tragic suicide.
The narrative's underlying tension reveals the emotional distance between Eric, a country GP, and his wife Irene, who struggles with her new life away from London.
Set in a chilling December of 1962, the novel intricately portrays the lives of two couples grappling with their sense of belonging and existential unease.
The book’s opening tragedy not only sets a somber tone but also foreshadows the characters' struggles, intertwining their fates and exploring deeper human emotions.
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