These Silent Woods

These Silent Woods is a story with a bit of mystery, adventure, survival, and a lot of heart.

It's the story of a father, Cooper, who has gone to great lengths to protect his now-eight-year-old daughter Finch. He lives deep in the forest of the Appalachian mountains, off grid in the cabin of his military buddy Jake. Once a year, Jake comes to stock them with supplies, but this year he fails to show. That's only the beginning of a cascade of events. The deep secrets Cooper is hiding, coupled with the near-insatiable curiosity of Finch, begins to threaten their way of life.

What appealed to you the most in this story?

I love everything about this authors writing! The thick atmosphere, the unique and root-worthy characters and their relationships, the gritty backwoods plot, the unnerving sense of foreboding, the tension and suspense that builds thicker with each chapter. I felt gripped and on edge for the entire novel.

How was the pace?

This story had a steady pace. I found myself wrapped up in the seamless way Cunningham Grant weaved Connor and Finch’s backstory into the modern timeline of the story. My one critique would be that the very end wrapped up a little too quick and neat (and a little bit questionable), but I liked the twist!

How was the plot for such a short book?

This is a story that is so much more than the plot, it's about the way it is told and the vivid emotions the story provokes as you read. This story is a combination of atmosphere, plot, and characterization. The characters are flawed and feel as if they are real people in difficult situations and could be standing next to you in the checkout line at the grocery store.

Do you recommend this book?

Any book that has me in getting misty eyed by the end is one I’m going to always recommend. Just a beautifully written book!