The Story

Follow Diana's journey across the frozen steppes, from marked infant to guardian of the monastery.

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The story of Diana Zoryanaya and the world of eternal winter unfolds through these chapters. Each reveals new mysteries, deepens the conflict, and explores the delicate balance between knowledge and wisdom.

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About the Narrative

These chapters tell the story that underlies the world-building, the story of how one marked child becomes the key to humanity's survival in an ice age that never ended. As you read, you'll encounter:

  • Complex Characters: From Katyusha's practical wisdom to Anton's dangerous curiosity, each person is shaped by the harsh world they inhabit
  • Rich World-Building: The settlements, customs, and daily realities of life in the Long Winter come alive through the narrative
  • Moral Complexity: No simple heroes or villains—only people making difficult choices in impossible circumstances
  • The Price of Knowledge: Anton's pursuit of understanding versus Marya's protective love—a conflict as old as civilization itself