Winter's Bone Summary
Daniel Woodrell

Winter's Bone Overview

Winter's Bone is a novel by Daniel Woodrell. The story 16-year-old Ree Dolly during one bleak winter in the Ozark Mountains. After her father skips bail, Ree realizes it is up to her to locate him in order to save her family from destitution. Ree's adventures teach her the power of family ties, and help her better understand her lineage and herself. The novel explores themes of loyalty, bravery, and self discovery.