The Ghost Woods

By C.J. Cooke,

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'Haunting' Sara Sheridan

'Intriguing, atmospheric, thought-provoking' Alexandra Bell

'Beautifully crafted, thrilling and atmospheric' Rebecca Netley

In the midst of the woods stands a house called Lichen Hall.

This place is shrouded in folklore - old stories of ghosts, of witches, of a child who is not quite a child.

Now…

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1 author picked The Ghost Woods as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

I picked up this book for its Scottish setting and gothic vibes (which did not disappoint!), but I devoured the book because of the characters who I was rooting for from page one.

It’s such a surprise and pleasure to read a large cast of (queer) women, each uniquely-drawn and with their own distinct desires and personalities. The setting of the book is brilliant as well–I cannot resist a book set in a Scottish forest. The story is threaded through with folklore, adding another layer to the gothic atmosphere. 

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