A review by marywahlmeierbracciano
At the Edge of the Woods by Kathryn Bromwich

adventurous challenging tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Diverse cast of characters? No

4.75

Inspired by the author’s experience with long Covid, At the Edge of the Woods is a historical yet topical novel about a woman existing outside of society’s expectations.  Laura escapes her miserable marriage to reestablish herself in an isolated cabin in the mountains of Italy, her home country.  Immersed in nature, she simplifies her routine—hiking, foraging, reading for hours.  Only during occasional trips into town does she notice the villagers’ disdain.  Amid lyrical prose and ever-building tension, Laura distances herself from conventional reality, but she may be all the wiser for it. 
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