Cold Mountain

A Haunting Tale of Love, Loss, and the Long Journey Home

Cold Mountain by Charles Frazier is a powerful and lyrical novel set against the backdrop of the American Civil War. First published in 1997 by Sceptre, this award-winning debut blends historical drama with a timeless love story, offering a deeply moving meditation on endurance, hope, and the search for belonging.

A Soldier’s Odyssey, A Woman’s Strength

Wounded and disillusioned, Confederate soldier Inman deserts the battlefield and begins a treacherous journey across a war-ravaged South to return to Ada, the woman he loves. Meanwhile, Ada, once a genteel city woman, must transform herself to survive on her late father’s isolated farm. As both navigate their own trials, their paths shaped by hardship and unexpected kindness, their longing for each other remains the only constant in a world torn apart.

Perfect for Fans of Epic, Soul-Stirring Fiction

Cold Mountain is a beautifully written, emotionally resonant novel that explores the cost of war, the resilience of the human spirit, and the redemptive power of love. Winner of the National Book Award, it is ideal for readers who enjoy historical fiction with depth and literary elegance—perfect for fans of Cormac McCarthy, Toni Morrison, and Sebastian Faulks.