In a Dark, Dark Wood

by Ruth Ware
In a Dark, Dark Wood cover
Good Books rating 3.83
Thriller/Suspense
Technical:
  • ID: 1584
  • Added: 2025-10-08
  • Updated: 2025-10-08
  • ISBN: 9786022912422
  • Publisher: Bentang Pustaka
  • Published: 2017-01-17
  • Formats: 2
  • Reviews: 3
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Paperback • £9.99

Nora receives an unexpected invitation to a bachelor party in a luxurious mansion deep in the woods, reuniting her with old high school friends. What begins as a joyful reunion quickly spirals into horror when a murder takes place, leaving Nora fleeing the scene in panic. She awakens in a hospital room with a pounding headache and no clear memory of what happened, only to be accused of the crime by the police. Despite her protests of innocence, Nora realizes her memory gaps leave her vulnerable to suspicion. As she struggles to piece together the events of that fateful night, she must confront the possibility that her own mind may be hiding the truth.

Reviews
Slanted Spines · 2020-06-26
engaging 3.50

The writing is easy to read and effectively channels the story. The reviewer appreciates the seamless narrative style.

The reviewer found the writing very easy to read, noting that it was so well done it almost went unnoticed because it blended so well with the story. They highlight how the narrative style effectively channels the story, making it engaging and immersive. This seamless integration of writing and storytelling is what stood out to them the most.

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    I think the writing is very easy to read; it's the sort of writing I hardly noticed “was there” because it was channeling the story quite well.

Here's the Fucking Twist · 2018-07-17
suspenseful 4.00

The book is described as suspenseful, compulsive, and darkly twisted. The reviewer highlights its ability to turn a cozy weekend into a sinister tale.

The reviewer finds the book suspenseful and compulsive, with a darkly twisted narrative that transforms a seemingly cozy weekend into a sinister tale. They appreciate the psychological depth and the way the story unfolds, keeping readers engaged and on edge. The reviewer seems to enjoy the book's ability to create a sense of unease and tension.

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    A cozy and fun-filled weekend deep in the English countryside takes a sinister turn in Ruth Ware's suspenseful, compulsive, and darkly twisted psychological ...

Literary Elephant · 2016-08-01
chilling 4.00

The book is described as chilling, emotional, and fast-paced, perfect for a summer night. The reviewer highlights its atmospheric and frightening qualities.

The reviewer describes the book as chilling, emotional, and fast-paced, making it an ideal read for a warm summer night in the countryside. They emphasize the atmospheric and frightening elements, suggesting that these aspects make the book particularly compelling. The reviewer seems to appreciate the book's ability to create a tense and immersive environment.

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    It is chilling. It is emotional. It is fast-paced and frightening.

    This is the perfect read for a warm summer night in the countryside.

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