In the Woods

My husband has been talking about this book for a long time, and he finally gave it to me for Christmas. I'm so glad he did. I don't often read mystery books, but this one is exceptional, largely because it isn't actually about the mysteries. Don't get me wrong, the mystery is very good, but the story itself is so much about the characters. I hate Detective Ryan. He's an awful person, and I couldn't look away from his story. That to me, is the mark of a well-written novel. The story is suspenseful, creepy, and rides a fine line very near magical realism. Recommended especially to people who think they don't like mysteries.