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Winter Solstice

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Fiction Romance Chick-lit Fiction

by Rosamunde Pilcher

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4.15 (15.4K ratings)
calendar_today 2000
description 698 pages

Winter Solstice by Rosamunde Pilcher holds a highly rated rating of 4.15 out of 5, based on 15.4K reader ratings. First published in 2000. The book spans 698 pages.

About Winter Solstice

Her captivating bestseller of loss and the healing power of love now re-issued with a stunning new jacket look. Elfrida Phipps loves her new life in the 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.

Detail Value
Author Rosamunde Pilcher
Published 2000
Pages 698
Kindle Price $12.99
Genres Fiction, Romance, Chick-lit, Fiction
Average Rating 4.15 / 5.00
Total Ratings 15,426

Reader Ratings & Analysis

Rating Overview

4.2
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15.4K ratings
With a rating of 4.15, Winter Solstice is rated near the global average of 4.17. Compared to its genre average of 3.99, it performs above expectations.

How It Compares

4.15
This Book
3.99
Romance Average
4.17
Global Average

Frequently Asked Questions

What genre is Winter Solstice?

Winter Solstice is categorized as Fiction, Romance, Chick-lit, Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Romance.

Is Winter Solstice worth reading?

Based on 15.4K reader ratings, Winter Solstice has an average score of 4.15 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."

How many pages is Winter Solstice?

Winter Solstice has 698 pages. It is a longer read suited for dedicated readers.

Who wrote Winter Solstice?

Winter Solstice was written by Rosamunde Pilcher. It was first published in 2000.

What is the ISBN for Winter Solstice?

The ISBN-13 for Winter Solstice is 9780340752490.0.

How much does Winter Solstice cost on Kindle?

Winter Solstice is available on Kindle for $12.99. Pricing may vary by region and promotional offers.

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