Review of The Wild Dark
Posted: 13 Oct 2023, 08:52
[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "The Wild Dark" by Katherine Silva.]
Liz’s world has fallen apart. Former police detective, she witnessed her partner Brody dying in front of her eyes, and it might have been her fault. Overcome with grief and regret, she hides far away in a cabin in the middle of the woods. But things are getting strange out there, and everything starts one night, when Liz hears Brody calling her name from the other side of the door.
The Wild Dark by Katherine Silva is the first book in The Wild Oblivion series, and I am utterly in love with it. It would be challenging to trap this novel in a single genre. Personally, I would define it as a post-apocalyptic fantasy, with horror and police-procedural nuances and, at times, oniric atmospheres. This is a story of love, friendship, and betrayal, but filled with danger and excitement. I assure you you’ll not get bored.
The protagonist is so masterfully drawn I barely had the feeling she was a character. Liz feels alive on the page. One thing I genuinely appreciated is how the author does not shy away from describing the ugly traits of the main characters.
Silva’s writing is essential, with few descriptions and lots of action, and yet, emotional and gut wrenching when it needs to be. The pace is fast. Many people will cross Liz’s path, and threats will come in many guises, leaving you wondering if she's just slowly going insane.
I recommend this book to those who are into mystery and adventure novels but are also ready for a tragic twist. However, I wouldn’t recommend it to people who are easily triggered by topics such as violence or suicide. As far as I am concerned, I cannot think of any flaws in this novel. It's absolutely captivating, it has an intriguing storyline and brilliant characters, and the writing is really good. I rate The Wild Dark 5 out of 5 stars, and I can’t wait to get my hands on the second volume.
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The Wild Dark
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Liz’s world has fallen apart. Former police detective, she witnessed her partner Brody dying in front of her eyes, and it might have been her fault. Overcome with grief and regret, she hides far away in a cabin in the middle of the woods. But things are getting strange out there, and everything starts one night, when Liz hears Brody calling her name from the other side of the door.
The Wild Dark by Katherine Silva is the first book in The Wild Oblivion series, and I am utterly in love with it. It would be challenging to trap this novel in a single genre. Personally, I would define it as a post-apocalyptic fantasy, with horror and police-procedural nuances and, at times, oniric atmospheres. This is a story of love, friendship, and betrayal, but filled with danger and excitement. I assure you you’ll not get bored.
The protagonist is so masterfully drawn I barely had the feeling she was a character. Liz feels alive on the page. One thing I genuinely appreciated is how the author does not shy away from describing the ugly traits of the main characters.
Silva’s writing is essential, with few descriptions and lots of action, and yet, emotional and gut wrenching when it needs to be. The pace is fast. Many people will cross Liz’s path, and threats will come in many guises, leaving you wondering if she's just slowly going insane.
I recommend this book to those who are into mystery and adventure novels but are also ready for a tragic twist. However, I wouldn’t recommend it to people who are easily triggered by topics such as violence or suicide. As far as I am concerned, I cannot think of any flaws in this novel. It's absolutely captivating, it has an intriguing storyline and brilliant characters, and the writing is really good. I rate The Wild Dark 5 out of 5 stars, and I can’t wait to get my hands on the second volume.
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The Wild Dark
View: on Bookshelves | on Amazon
