The Heart in Winter

In Kevin Barry's first American novel, set against the gritty backdrop of 1890s Montana, readers are introduced to Tom Rourke, a young poet trapped in a life of vice, and Polly Gillespie, the new wife of a devout mine captain. Their chance encounter ignites a passionate affair, leading them to flee on a stolen horse through the rugged landscapes of Montana and Idaho, all while being pursued by a menacing posse. Blending humor and tragedy, this story explores the depths of love and the choices that irrevocably shape their lives.