First published 2012
Sam and Phoebe thought they had left the past behind them. Fifteen years ago, Sam's younger sister Lisa disappeared without a trace, leaving behind only whispered stories about fairies and impossible promises. Now Sam and Phoebe live a quiet life together, but the old mysteries refuse to stay buried. Strange events begin pulling them back into a world where fairy tales bleed into reality and childhood games turn deadly serious. The couple discovers that Lisa's disappearance connects to something larger and more disturbing than they ever imagined. Ancient folklore and modern lives collide as Sam and Phoebe navigate a web of secrets that spans decades. They must confront the possibility that some stories are true, some promises must be kept, and some debts can never be forgotten. The search for answers forces them to question everything they believe about reality, family, and the stories we tell ourselves to survive.
Genres: mystery, fantasy, supernatural, thriller
Vibes: atmospheric, dark, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: ancient-mysteries, found-family, secrets
Period: 15 years ago
370 pages · Kindle Edition · William Morrow Paperbacks