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A review by bookstorian
The God of the Woods by Liz Moore
5.0
Not sure why I initially didn't want to read this book, perhaps the blurb was a little lacking in detail? Regardless I loved this read, it was so compelling and I really didn't want to put it down!
Here's what I liked about the book:
-The setting of a summer camp. It's something that feels familiar (movies, television shows) yet so strange at the same time. It also explores what transient places are like when no-one is there (eg schools, airports etc). Great setting for a mystery for sure.
-The blend of historical fiction, crime fiction and women's fiction genres was seamlessly done.
-Family tangles and politics that were embedded throughout the story. Was incredibly sad yet also realistic.
-The structure of the story, how it shifted time periods and perspectives. Even with so many perspectives each of the characters felt real and tangible.
-The shift in perspectives was part of this but it was also very twisty and unpredictable. I had my suspicions towards the end but I mostly just strapped myself in for the ride and didn't try and play detective.
-The ending. Oh so good and oh so memorable.
Looking forward to discussing this one at book club on the weekend!
Here's what I liked about the book:
-The setting of a summer camp. It's something that feels familiar (movies, television shows) yet so strange at the same time. It also explores what transient places are like when no-one is there (eg schools, airports etc). Great setting for a mystery for sure.
-The blend of historical fiction, crime fiction and women's fiction genres was seamlessly done.
-Family tangles and politics that were embedded throughout the story. Was incredibly sad yet also realistic.
-The structure of the story, how it shifted time periods and perspectives. Even with so many perspectives each of the characters felt real and tangible.
-The shift in perspectives was part of this but it was also very twisty and unpredictable. I had my suspicions towards the end but I mostly just strapped myself in for the ride and didn't try and play detective.
-The ending. Oh so good and oh so memorable.
Looking forward to discussing this one at book club on the weekend!