A Winter Bride

In Isla Dewar's enchanting novel, Winter Bride, readers are transported to Edinburgh with the story of seventeen-year-old Nell McClusky. Published by Ebury Publishing in 2011, this captivating tale spans 400 pages and explores the heartfelt journey of a youthful girl navigating her dreams of love and marriage.

For Nell, the Locarno Dancehall is not just a place; it is the epicenter of her hopes and desires. While her mother views it as a den of iniquity, Nell believes she should experience the joy of finding her true love before turning eighteen, get engaged by nineteen, and walk down the aisle by twenty-one. Join Nell as she dances through the trials and tribulations of young love, societal expectations, and the pursuit of happiness in a world that often keeps a close watch on dreams and aspirations.