Fireflies in Winter
A breathtaking novel of survival, hope and the enduring power of love from the author of River Sing Me Home
$60.78
- Hardcover
320 pages
- Release Date
26 May 2026
Summary
Selected by the New York Times as a ‘Dazzling, Immersive New Historical Fiction’ Title.
A mesmerising novel of two young women who fight for love, survival and a spark of hope on the edge of the wilderness. From the acclaimed author of the Good Morning America Book Club pick River Sing Me Home.
‘Simply luminous. A book to treasure’ KATE QUINN, author of The Huntress
‘Captivating… A memorable tale of two young women y…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781472291462 |
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| ISBN-10: | 1472291468 |
| Author: | Eleanor Shearer |
| Publisher: | Headline Publishing Group |
| Imprint: | Headline Review |
| Format: | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages: | 320 |
| Release Date: | 26 May 2026 |
| Weight: | 520g |
| Dimensions: | 236mm x 154mm x 34mm |
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Critics Review
Praise for Eleanor Shearer -
A fine testament to the women who inspired this debut * The Times *
An extraordinary portrait of motherly love and hope … a thoroughly compelling read * Daily Mail *
A moving and dynamic novel * Guardian *
An incredible debut novel about the power of a mother’s love - highly recommended * Good Housekeeping *
A strong and beautiful novel that stares into the face of brutality and the heart of love – Jeanette Winterson
Epic and lyrical – Frank Cottrell-Boyce
About The Author
Eleanor Shearer
Eleanor Shearer is a mixed-race writer and the granddaughter of Windrush generation immigrants. She splits her time between London and Ramsgate. Her debut novel River Sing Me Home sold in 20 territories. It was named as one of Time magazine’s 100 Must-Read Books of 2023, was a finalist for the 2024 Dayton Literary Peace Prize Fiction Award, shortlisted for the Grand Prix des Lectrices ELLE 2025 in France and also shortlisted for the Prix Fragonard 2025 in France. It was a Good Morning America Book Club pick, and has been optioned for film by AL Films and BBC Films.
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