Book Overview
A young woman living in a rigid, puritanical society discovers dark powers within herself in this stunning, feminist fantasy debut. In the lands of Bethel, where the Prophet's word is law, Immanuelle Moore's very existence is blasphemy. Her mother's union with an outsider of a different race cast her once-proud family into disgrace, so Immanuelle does her best to worship the Father, follow Holy Protocol, and lead a life of submission, devotion, and absolute conformity, like all the other women in the settlement. But a mishap lures her into the forbidden Darkwood surrounding Bethel, where the first prophet once chased and killed four powerful witches. Their spirits are still lurking there, and they bestow a gift on Immanuelle: the journal of her dead mother, who Immanuelle is shocked to learn once sought sanctuary in the wood. Fascinated by the secrets in the diary, Immanuelle finds herself struggling to understand how her mother could have consorted with the witches. But when she begins to learn grim truths about the Church and its history, she realizes the true threat to Bethel is its own darkness. And she starts to understand that if Bethel is to change, it must begin with her.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0593099613
ISBN13:9780593099612
Release Date:June 2021
Publisher:Ace Books
Length:368 Pages
Weight:0.74 lbs.
Dimensions:1.1" x 5.3" x 8.0"
Customer Reviews
2 ratings
This book is a spooky, intriguing page-turner.
Published by Emily , 2 years ago
If you enjoy beautiful, descriptive language and strong female characters you will love this book. I literally couldn't put it down, I just had to keep reading to see what was going to happen next.
The author's writing pulls you in and won't let go. It's not scary, but some of the situations the main character gets into are pretty creepy.
I cannot recommend this book enough and I desperately hope there are many sequels in the future.
Quick and captivating read
Published by Maddie , 2 years ago
I wish it had been a bit more spooky, but overall it was a good read. I finished within a few days.
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