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The Dark Between The Trees
by Fiona Barnett
Based on the blurb on the back cover, this book promised an intriguing blend of historical mystery and supernatural horror, but unfortunately for me, it fell short of expectations. The book unfolds in two parallel timelines, one set in 1643 and the other in the present day, both centered around the enigmatic Moresby Wood.
The present-day narrative follows a group of five women, led by Dr. Alice Christopher, determined to uncover the secrets of Moresby Wood. However, I found that the characters lacked depth and distinctiveness, I could not connect with their individual stories. And the relationships among the women just wasn’t doing it for me, it was messy and there was no connection.
I was hoping the historical timeline, set in 1643, to be a more engaging perspective, but it was burdened by too many characters with little differentiation. It was a slow climb to any suspense, and even then, I struggled to maintain my interest.
I felt there was a huge lack of suspense and tension for a horror novel. The supernatural elements felt underutilized and imo should have been more front and center. As the novel progressed, the promise of a gripping horror tale gave way to a sense of predictability, leading to an unsatisfying ending.
This book definitely had the potential for a captivating narrative, but it struggled to make it to fruition. The dual timelines, while initially intriguing, failed to hold my interest, and the characters remained largely forgettable.
I struggle with writing an unsavory review at times, especially when the premise of the book is so great. But here we are.
The present-day narrative follows a group of five women, led by Dr. Alice Christopher, determined to uncover the secrets of Moresby Wood. However, I found that the characters lacked depth and distinctiveness, I could not connect with their individual stories. And the relationships among the women just wasn’t doing it for me, it was messy and there was no connection.
I was hoping the historical timeline, set in 1643, to be a more engaging perspective, but it was burdened by too many characters with little differentiation. It was a slow climb to any suspense, and even then, I struggled to maintain my interest.
I felt there was a huge lack of suspense and tension for a horror novel. The supernatural elements felt underutilized and imo should have been more front and center. As the novel progressed, the promise of a gripping horror tale gave way to a sense of predictability, leading to an unsatisfying ending.
This book definitely had the potential for a captivating narrative, but it struggled to make it to fruition. The dual timelines, while initially intriguing, failed to hold my interest, and the characters remained largely forgettable.
I struggle with writing an unsavory review at times, especially when the premise of the book is so great. But here we are.