To the Bright Edge of the World
To the Bright Edge of the World
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2016
Book Brief
432
Novel • Fiction
Alaska • 1880s
2016
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
To the Bright Edge of the World, set in the winter of 1885, follows Lieutenant Colonel Allen Forrester's expedition up Alaska's Wolverine River and his pregnant wife Sophie's personal journey back home in Portland, Oregon; as they navigate separation and personal challenges, their letters and diaries document their adventures and growth. The book includes themes of pregnancy loss and medical challenges.
Adventurous
Mysterious
Fantastical
Melancholic
Inspirational
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Eowyn Ivey's To the Bright Edge of the World is praised for its vivid prose, compelling historical setting, and intricate narrative structure. Critics commend the strong character development and immersive Alaskan wilderness. However, some find the pacing uneven and the epistolary format challenging. Overall, it's a richly atmospheric and emotionally resonant novel.
Who Should Read To the Bright Edge of the World?
Readers who relish richly detailed historical fiction with an element of the supernatural would enjoy To the Bright Edge of the World by Eowyn Ivey. Fans of David Mitchell's Cloud Atlas and Michael Ondaatje's The English Patient will appreciate Ivey’s blend of adventure, romance, and lyrical prose.
432
Novel • Fiction
Alaska • 1880s
2016
Adult
18+ years
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