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These Silent Woods
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This book is the perfect example of why I enjoy reading so much! 5 stars isn't enough!
Living off the land. That is what Cooper, and his daughter did for eight years. His friend, Jake came once a year with supplies, other than that, they were on their own. They had a neighbor, Scotland, who stopped over time to time, and of course, there were the chickens, but essentially, they were alone. They lived a life free of obligation, free of electricity, free of plumbing, free of outsiders.
They live in the cabin because Connor has something to hide. It the reason they are living deep in the woods away from civilization. As his daughter gets older, she has questions and a desire to have a friend. When their friend, Jake does not turn up for his yearly supply drop off, everything changes for them.
This book was lush with atmosphere, love, relationships and the bond between a father and daughter. As Connor reflects on his life, we learn about his past, his choices, and what drove him to the mountains. We see his love and devotion for his daughter. We see what Connor is willing to risk to keep her safe.
This was such a wonderfully written and absorbing book. I was captivated from the beginning, absorbed, and enchanted by the storytelling. This is a book I know will stay with me. I enjoyed the characters, the self-reflection, the mystery, and the resolution.
Not only was this book thought provoking, but it was emotion evoking as well. Man, as it got to the end, I was so worried and anxious waiting to see how things would end. The author did a tremendous job of having readers feel for the characters. I was invested in what was happening and what I thought was going to happen. This one packs a punch and left me so very happy that chose to read this wonderful book. This is a perfect fall/winter read.
Gripping, Atmospheric and heartfelt.
Thank you to St. Martin's Press, Minotaur books and NetGalley who provided me with a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. All the thoughts and opinions are my own.
Read more of my reviews at www.openbookposts.com
Living off the land. That is what Cooper, and his daughter did for eight years. His friend, Jake came once a year with supplies, other than that, they were on their own. They had a neighbor, Scotland, who stopped over time to time, and of course, there were the chickens, but essentially, they were alone. They lived a life free of obligation, free of electricity, free of plumbing, free of outsiders.
They live in the cabin because Connor has something to hide. It the reason they are living deep in the woods away from civilization. As his daughter gets older, she has questions and a desire to have a friend. When their friend, Jake does not turn up for his yearly supply drop off, everything changes for them.
This book was lush with atmosphere, love, relationships and the bond between a father and daughter. As Connor reflects on his life, we learn about his past, his choices, and what drove him to the mountains. We see his love and devotion for his daughter. We see what Connor is willing to risk to keep her safe.
This was such a wonderfully written and absorbing book. I was captivated from the beginning, absorbed, and enchanted by the storytelling. This is a book I know will stay with me. I enjoyed the characters, the self-reflection, the mystery, and the resolution.
Not only was this book thought provoking, but it was emotion evoking as well. Man, as it got to the end, I was so worried and anxious waiting to see how things would end. The author did a tremendous job of having readers feel for the characters. I was invested in what was happening and what I thought was going to happen. This one packs a punch and left me so very happy that chose to read this wonderful book. This is a perfect fall/winter read.
Gripping, Atmospheric and heartfelt.
Thank you to St. Martin's Press, Minotaur books and NetGalley who provided me with a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. All the thoughts and opinions are my own.
Read more of my reviews at www.openbookposts.com
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Gosh, I hope you love this one as much as I did, Debra!
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Susan's Reviews wrote: "Gosh, I hope you love this one as much as I did, Debra!"Thank you, Susan! I am really enjoying it. I plan on finishing this tomorrow.
Fabulous review Debra! I just picked this one up after seeing such great reviews. So glad it was a five star read for you!💕
Wonderful review Debra! I've seen such glowing reviews for this, I can't wait to read it.
This is the second rave review I have seen for this in as many days. I am completely sold on the story line and will request from the library. Excellent, Debra.
I loved this too, Debra - even if the ending made me happy and gut-punched me simultaneously! Wonderful review! 🧡
Kaceey wrote: "Fabulous review Debra! I just picked this one up after seeing such great reviews. So glad it was a five star read for you!💕"Thank you, Kaceey! I hope you enjoy it! Happy Reading!
Jen wrote: "Wonderful review Debra! I've seen such glowing reviews for this, I can't wait to read it."Thank you, Jen! I hope you enjoy it!
Zoeytron wrote: "This is the second rave review I have seen for this in as many days. I am completely sold on the story line and will request from the library. Excellent, Debra."Thank you, Zoey! I hope you enjoy it when you get a copy at your library!
Jayme wrote: "Fantastic review! 💖"Thank you, Jayme!
Beautiful review Debra!!! I loved this one too!
Ah, Debra, I so loved this review. I got a little teary, because all of the emotions and thoughts you expressed were exactly what I thought and felt, too! Well done!I go off on tangents: you cut to the chase and nailed it!
Don't you love it when you find a book that stirs you mentally and emotionally, and you know you will never forget it? Such an amazing, gifted, wise young writer: a very old soul in a young body!
Michael wrote: "Fantastic review, Debra!"Thank you, Michael!
Holly wrote: "Stellar review Debra!"Thank you, Holly!
Jayson wrote: "Awesome review"Thank you, Jayson!
Kendall wrote: "Beautiful review Debra!!! I loved this one too!"Thank you, Kendall! Glad you loved it as well.
Susan's Reviews wrote: "Ah, Debra, I so loved this review. I got a little teary, because all of the emotions and thoughts you expressed were exactly what I thought and felt, too! Well done!I go off on tangents: you cut t..."
Thank you, Susan! Happy we both loved it!
Kimi really does some great character's! It's rare to see that kind of dedication. Fantastic review, Debra! Also, I thought Scotland was the best!
LIsa Noell wrote: "Kimi really does some great character's! It's rare to see that kind of dedication. Fantastic review, Debra! Also, I thought Scotland was the best!"
Thank you, Lisa! Yes, Scotland was an amazing character. I loved how she had me guessing what his intentions were the entire book.
Any book that reminds you, "Yes! This is why I love reading!" is one I need to read! Glad this was such an emotional and thought-provoking read for you Debra, wonderful review!
Wonderful review, Debra! I loved this one too!
Catherine wrote: "Any book that reminds you, "Yes! This is why I love reading!" is one I need to read! Glad this was such an emotional and thought-provoking read for you Debra, wonderful review!"Thank you, Catherine!
Brenda ~Traveling Sister Book Reviews wrote: "Wonderful review, Debra! I loved this one too!"Thank you, Brenda! Glad you loved it as well.
Terrific review, Debra! Wonderful you found a book you wish to rate more than five stars! I need to check this out too. 🙂
Anne wrote: "Terrific review, Debra! Wonderful you found a book you wish to rate more than five stars! I need to check this out too. 🙂"Thank you, Anne!
Ceecee wrote: "Fantastic review Debra ❤️"Thank you, Ceecee!
I really enjoyed this book too!Fantastic review, Debra!
Karen wrote: "I really enjoyed this book too!Fantastic review, Debra!"
Thank you, Karen!
Great review Debra
Wow, I can't wait to get into it. Great review, Debra!
Margaret wrote: "Great review Debra"Thank you, Margaret!
Akona wrote: "Wow, I can't wait to get into it. Great review, Debra!"Thank you, Akona!
Great review, Debra! I loved this one too 💕
Jasmine wrote: "Great review, Debra! I loved this one too 💕"Thank you, Jasmine!
just finished reading it and it was such a GREAT read!! Amazing review, Debra!
alka ☂ wrote: "just finished reading it and it was such a GREAT read!! Amazing review, Debra!"Thank you, Alka! Glad you enjoyed it as well!
Happy to see that you loved this one too!
Melissa (LifeFullyBooked) wrote: "Happy to see that you loved this one too!"Thank you, Melissa!
Wonderful review Debra! Happy Holidays.🥂☃️🎉
Wonderful story and review, Debra!
Terrific review, Debra. It was a page turner!
Great review. I have to get to this one.
Amazing review, Debra! I loved this book, too! So good!
Kay wrote: "Wonderful review Debra! Happy Holidays.🥂☃️🎉"Thank you, Kay!
Diane wrote: "Great review. I have to get to this one."Thank you, Diane!
Jen wrote: "Terrific review, Debra. It was a page turner!"
Thank you, Jen!
Marialyce (absltmom, yaya) wrote: "Wonderful story and review, Debra!"
Thank you, Marialyce!
