The writing in this book is magical, especially in its description of the Alaskan Wilderness in the 1920s. Jack and Mabel look to escape from society and hurtful reminders of their childlessness, and stake everything they own on a homestead in Alaska. But they had no idea how hard the life was going to be. They’re both right on the edge when they are befriended by some neighbours. Shortly afterwards, a mysterious feral child appears, and they lose their hearts to her, and to their life in Alaska. This novel is based on a Russian Fairy Tale, and you’re never really sure what may be real. A very different book that stays with you long after you've finished reading.
