Sophie Draper Knihy

Have you been bad enough? After her stepmother's sudden death, Caro returns to her childhood home, a now-empty farmhouse in Derbyshire. But clearing through her stepmother's belongings unearths memories Caro would rather stay buried. As snow descends, trapping Caro in the strange village, where the neighbours stare and whisper about her, Caro's past will catch up to her with deadly consequences. What is it about the summerhouse that makes her shiver? Who is the young boy she seems to remember playing with? And why did her stepmother taunt her with a haunting fairy tale about two sisters, enticed to commit a terrible act? As Caro digs into the dark corners of her past, she starts to realise that she has been bad. More than bad enough ...

Set against a backdrop of suspense and intrigue, this mystery weaves a chilling narrative filled with unexpected twists. The author, known for their previous work, crafts an atmosphere that keeps readers on edge, blending elements of tension and surprise. As secrets unravel and characters face unforeseen challenges, the story promises to engage those who enjoy a gripping tale that delves into the darker aspects of human nature.