What the Woods Took

by Courtney Gould

Description

When a family’s quiet life is shattered by a sudden disappearance, a young protagonist is pulled into the dark logic of the woods—where every path seems to lead deeper into what was taken and why. As clues surface and old stories resurface, the novel blends suspense with a haunting, character-driven search for truth, forcing its characters to confront grief, fear, and the bargains people make to survive. With its atmospheric setting and escalating tension, the story explores themes of loss, resilience, and the thin line between memory and myth. Courtney Gould’s sharp, immersive storytelling delivers a page-turning mystery that lingers long after the final revelation.

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paperback

St. Martin's Press

Published Jan 1, 2024

276 pages

ISBN: 9781250340689

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@gxuosiJul 3, 2026

dnf at 11%. i'm sorry but i literally do not care. the idea of having to open this book yesterday or today was pure petulant disdain. so i'm not gonna force it.

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First Published

2024

Language

eng

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