A review by ajnel
Disappearance at Devil's Rock by Paul Tremblay

dark emotional mysterious reflective sad tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

Devil's Rock plunges you into the chilling aftermath of a 13 year old boy's disappearance after he ventured into the woods of Borderlands State Park with his friends. His mother, Elizabeth, descends into a spiral of grief and worry, further tormented by strange occurrences. She believes she sees a ghostly image of Tommy, and unsettling pages from his journal start appearing around the house. As the search for Tommy continues, the lines between reality and the supernatural blur, forcing Elizabeth and those around her to confront their deepest fears and grapple with the unknown.  Tremblay's talent for writing a supernatural psychological whodunnit is masterfully demonstrated in this novel.  A claustrophobic and emotional novel marred with mental uncertainty and a myriad of twists and turns.