The atmosphere of this book was really good, it gave the perfect vibe for a horror story. The haunted house that seemed to have this dark presence looming over it, the bog luring people in, and the madness of how the bog seeped into people’s very souls. The eerie vibes were great. It did drag out a bit in the middle but the start of the story was good and the ending was worth the read.

Plot: 8/10
Pace: 8/10
Ending: 10/10
Characters: 8/10
Enjoyability: 7/10
Writing Style: 7/10
Would I Recommend? Yes
Favorite Character: Emma

Favorite Quote: ❝ I’m happy to let its darkness burn, and let the starlight and sunshine and the light that comes with hope flood the shadows until they vanish like frost in the dawn. ❞

Ohhhh my god. I have started a new section on my shelf with gothic reads that have dripping prose and feel like sticky summers and as soon as I get my hands on a physical copy, that is where this is going. If you like Ginny Myers Sain or Skyla Arndt, this is absolutely the book for you. These images will stick in my head for a long time.

Thank you to Simon Teen for the galley in exchange for my honest opinion. This book was really good. Gothic atmosphere, horror/ thriller… had me on the edge of my seat at times. A must read come the fall!

What AN INTERESTING book! I haven't read anything by this author, and I loved this book, being my first! The story was fast paced and captivating, the word choice was wonderful, and the plot had me gripping the edge of my blanket!

Thank you to Simon teen and netgalley for the arc. All thoughts are my own. This was creepy, mysterious, and all around a good ya horror book. I was intrigued by what the was moss and how everything would play out and wasn't disappointed.

After Emily's sister Eve goes missing in the moss next to their house. Her dad sends her away for a year but now she's back. The moss calls to her and her dad is afraid to lose her as well. There's many mysteries with the moss. This book was so mysterious I had to keep reading.