A Year of Marvellous Ways

A Year of Marvellous Ways by Sarah Winman is set in Cornwall in 1947 and follows the story of Marvellous, a 90-year-old woman living alone by a creek, and Drake, a young soldier recovering from war trauma. When Drake unexpectedly ends up in Marvellous's creek, an unlikely friendship develops, leading both characters on a journey of connection and healing. The novel explores themes of hope, resilience, and the transformative power of human relationships.