Of Stone and Sky unfolds impressively and with a sweeping scope, dispelling romantic notions of the Highlands to acknowledge its material realities, and doing it through diverse, well-developed characters, before capping it with a satisfying ending’

A paean to the bonds between people, their land and way of life

A rich stew of a novel, one with a Victorian complexity of plot, a family saga which is also a socio-economic survey of Highland history ... a considerable achievement

With the most wonderful blend of stark and sharp plot lines mixed with richly descriptive detailing, this is a beautifully readable novel ... Merryn Glover has an evocative pen, the descriptions sing, the sense of place flowed into my awareness and I found I couldn't stop reading. An unexpected novel, echoing the past and asking questions of the future, it really is a truly lovely read

Glover writes with a poet's clarity and economy ... each of the pieces of the jigsaw is compelling in its own right and interlink to create a picture of considerable beauty and power ... exceptionally touching

This complex, exquisitely written and meticulously-structured work covers almost a century. It deals with love, community, family, the legacies of the past; but also with alcoholism, tragedy, betrayal and loss. It’s immensely readable – and overflowing with grace

The lyrical, descriptive writing style pairs perfectly with the sweeping landscape ... Of Stone and Sky is brimming with life, love and just enough Scottish stuff: dialect, tradition, song and prayer

An enthralling mystery, family saga and Sunset Song-esque ode to the land

A stunning story, beautifully written…[Merryn Glover] paints a richly detailed portrait of her setting. A book which deserves widespread recognition…outstanding Scottish literary fiction

A novel full of connection and mystery… with the backdrop of the beautiful Scottish Highlands, this is a story of love, wisdom, and wit

The plot embraces a community and landscape which shapes it in the paean to connectivity

a perfect winter read... draw the curtains, light the fire and prepare to be transported to the Cairngorm mountains

Crafted beautifully and effects its own quiet, soulful rhythm in the main characters’ lives ... In the midst of tragedy, loss and life-changing physical and emotional pain, Of Stone And Sky shepherds us to feel our part in the existence of something greater

Evokes a sense of land and belonging… a journey of introspection and self discovery. A read to be savoured slowly

This book is sublime. It was an absolute joy to read, like drifting along a gentle stream with waves of poetic beauty constantly lapping around me

This is a beautiful read ... the heart of the novel is the quality of writing