Year of the Big Thaw

A Connecticut farmer's quiet life is altered by an unexpected encounter, opening a warm and fanciful tale of compassion, friendship, and the power of human connection. Marion Zimmer Bradley tells the story with gentle humor and an affectionate eye for the homespun world around "little Matt," a memorable figure whose simple goodness leaves a lasting impression. At once tender and thought-provoking, the novel explores how kindness can cross every boundary and transform ordinary lives. Set against a stark, atmospheric backdrop of environmental upheaval, Year of the Big Thaw shifts the focus to survival in a world changed by warming, melting, and uncertainty. As people adapt to a landscape in flux, the story reflects on resilience, loss, and the uneasy hope of renewal. Together, these elements create a moving portrait of human endurance in the face of both personal and planetary change. This edition has been fully restored with modern typesetting, custom cover design.