The Grief of Stones

by Sarah Monette

First published 2022

Eriseth, a former soldier, is haunted by the death of her wife. When she returns to the remote town where they once lived, Eriseth is confronted by the ghosts and memories she thought she had left behind. As she navigates the tangled web of her grief, Eriseth must confront the truth about her wife's demise and her own role in it. With the help of a local witch, Eriseth begins to unravel the mysteries of the past, leading her on a journey of self-discovery and healing.

Genres: literary-fiction, grief, fantasy, contemporary

Vibes: dark, intimate, thought-provoking

Tropes: found-family, self-discovery

256 pages · Paperback

Content warnings: death

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