In a Dark, Dark Wood

About the book

Reclusive writer Leonora Shaw receives an unexpected invitation to a bachelorette party for Clare Cavendish, a childhood friend she hasn't seen in a decade. The gathering takes place at a glass-walled house isolated deep within the English countryside. As the weekend progresses, tensions surface between the eclectic guests, fueled by heavy drinking and a Ouija board session. Secrets regarding Leonora's past relationship with the groom emerge, culminating in a violent incident that leaves Leonora awakening in a hospital with no clear memory of the blood on her hands.

Fans of psychological mysteries read this for the claustrophobic atmosphere and the unraveling of unreliable memories. The story appeals to readers interested in how past trauma persists into adulthood and how social obligations can lead to dangerous situations. A reader walks away with a detailed look at the toxic dynamics of old female friendships and the specific way small lies escalate into criminal consequences when people are trapped in isolation.

Details

Published

2015

Language

EN