King Nyx

Set in the early 1900s, this book is a gothic thriller mystery. Although the story starts off slowly, the author masterfully builds the suspense as the reader wanders through a dream-like haze along with the main character. Full of twists and turns, the anxiety is increased as more is revealed but not understood. The setting adds to the tension, as the characters are trapped together on a secluded island with no escape. An exciting feminist book which explores themes such as guilt, trauma, and gender.