In 1908, Sara Harrison Shea is found dead shortly after the tragic loss of her daughter. She leaves behind a secret ritual for "sleepers"—the dead returned to life for seven days. In the present day, nineteen-year-old Ruthie lives in Sara's old farmhouse. When her mother disappears, Ruthie discovers Sara's hidden diary under the floorboards. The narrative shifts between these timelines, detailing the gruesome physical reality of reanimated corpses and the dark history of the woods surrounding West Hall, Vermont.
Fans of supernatural suspense read this book for its focus on folklore and the mechanics of grief. It appeals to readers who examine the boundary between memory and physical haunting. The story provides a visceral look at the consequences of refusing to let go of the deceased. A reader finishes the book with a clear understanding of the atmospheric tension inherent in rural isolation and a specific, unsettling vision of how ancient legends manifest in contemporary settings.
Escapist; an easy read.
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- Published
- 2014
- Language
- EN
