Cold Earth

In Cold Earth, a group of archaeologists in Greenland faces a deadly pandemic and isolation as they fight for survival, writing letters to loved ones they may never receive. The book is a haunting and scarily prescient tale of grief, isolation, and the will to survive.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 288 pages
Publication date: 06 May 2021
Publisher: Granta Books

The author of the Fell, Penelope Lively, has delivered an exceptional debut with Cold Earth. This captivating novel is a chilling and remarkable exploration of human resilience in the face of adversity. Set on the west coast of Greenland, a team of archaeologists is diligently searching for traces of lost Viking settlements when they receive a devastating news from back home: a deadly pandemic has swept across the world, leaving chaos and destruction in its wake. As the Arctic winter approaches, and their communications with the outside world fail, the six abandoned souls find themselves trapped in a remote and desolate landscape, fighting for survival. In this gripping tale of grief, isolation, and the will to survive, Lively masterfully evokes suspense and tension. The characters are well-developed, and their struggles and emotions are palpable, making the reader deeply invested in their journey. Cold Earth is a haunting and scarily prescient tale that explores the depths of human resilience and the power of hope in the face of overwhelming odds. It is unnerving, ambitious, utterly absorbing, and, appropriately enough, very chilling. The Daily Mail praises it as "a chilling, haunting, and scarily prescient tale of grief, isolation, and the will to survive," while the Guardian describes it as "a master at evoking suspense." This novel is a must-read for anyone who enjoys thrilling and thought-provoking stories that delve into the human condition.

Weight: 204g
Dimension: 129 x 196 x 22 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781783787845