What are some good winter dark novels to read?

A good winter read aloud story could be 'The Mitten'. It's about a little boy who loses his mitten in the snow and all kinds of animals find it and make it their warm home. 'The Polar Express' is also very popular. It takes readers on a magical train ride to the North Pole, full of wonder and Christmas spirit. Then there's 'Red Sled' which has no words but tells a fun story of different animals using a sled in the snow through its pictures.

For 'dark winter soldier fanfiction', Falcon could be an interesting character to pair with the Winter Soldier. Falcon has his own set of skills and a strong moral compass. He could help the Winter Soldier navigate the modern world and his newfound freedom. Also, Scarlet Witch would be a fascinating pairing. She could potentially help him deal with his traumatic memories through her powers. And Bucky could also be paired with Doctor Strange. Strange could use his magic to help Bucky understand and control the dark forces within him.

The Snow Queen by Hans Christian Andersen is a great one. It has a lot of beautiful descriptions of the wintry landscapes and a very engaging story about a girl's journey in a frozen world. Another good one is 'The Night Before Christmas'. It's a classic and has a fun, festive feel to it that's perfect for reading aloud during the winter holidays.

Some winter fiction that I would recommend are 'The Winter Sea' by Susanna Kearsley. It has a great blend of historical fiction and a wintery Scottish setting. The cold, windy, and often stormy weather in the story really sets the mood. 'The Bear and the Nightingale' is another wonderful winter fiction. It's set in a Russian - inspired world where the long, cold winters play a huge part in the story, with all the folklore and magic that comes with it. And 'Frostbite' from the Vampire Academy series also has a strong winter element with the characters facing various challenges in a cold, snowy environment.

I would recommend 'Gone Girl' by Gillian Flynn. This novel delves deep into the dark side of a marriage. The characters are full of secrets and the plot is full of unexpected revelations. It's a real page - turner that makes you question everything you think you know about the relationship between the two main characters.

A classic winter novel is 'War and Peace' by Leo Tolstoy. The Russian winters are a significant part of the story, and the cold affects the battles and the lives of the characters. 'Jane Eyre' by Charlotte Bronte has some scenes that evoke a sense of cold and isolation, much like a winter mood. Also, 'The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe' by C.S. Lewis has a long - lasting winter in Narnia, which is a key element of the story, with the White Witch ruling over a frozen land.

The 'Winter's Tale' by Shakespeare can also be a good choice for older children. Although it's a play, parts of it can be read aloud. It has elements of winter, mystery, and redemption, which can make for an interesting reading experience.

One good way is to find a cozy corner by the fireplace. Sit comfortably and use different voices for different characters in the story. For example, a deep voice for an old man and a high - pitched voice for a child.

One great winter historical fiction is 'The Call of the Wild' by Jack London. It's set in the Yukon during the Klondike Gold Rush, a harsh winter landscape. Another is 'Snow Falling on Cedars' which is set in a wintry Pacific Northwest town and deals with themes of love and prejudice during a time of historical unrest.

The 'Black Dagger Brotherhood' series is also a good choice. It's filled with dark and complex characters in a supernatural world. There are vampires with different personalities and abilities, and the love stories within the series are intense and often full of conflict. It really delves deep into the world of the supernatural and the relationships that form there.