The sea's frozen. Most of the population of a small Scottish seaside town huddle indoors. Some brave the elements.A mother fights for a daughter's survival. A boy and girl become lovers. Two old ladies set off for a funeral. Two boys bunk off school. The day changes them all.Sharman Macdonald and Alan Rickman have crafted a screenplay that's both funny and lyrical. The winter guest of the title never announces itself, but remains an enigmatic presence in the lives of all the characters.
- ISBN13 9780571194797
- Publish Date 19 May 1998
- Publish Status Out of Print
- Out of Print 12 January 2010
- Publish Country GB
- Imprint Faber & Faber
- Format Paperback
- Pages 144
- Language English