Cold Water

Discover the captivating world of Cold Water by Gwendoline Riley, a compelling novel that delves into the complexities of youth and longing. Set against the backdrop of England, this 2003 release follows the life of twenty-year-old Carmel McKisco, a wry and volatile young woman working nights in a gritty Manchester dive bar. With 160 pages of evocative storytelling, Riley introduces us to a cast of eccentric characters, each tethered to their pasts in profound ways. Carmel's journey is marked by her mordant fixations on her lost love, Tony, and her once-idolized singer from Macclesfield, reflecting the struggles of single women navigating their desires and disappointments. Immerse yourself in this poignant exploration of life, love, and the haunting shadows of memory.