The Stranger in Our House
by Sarah A. Denzil
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Pub Date Feb 07 2023 | Archive Date Feb 06 2023
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Description
What would you do if your son became a stranger overnight?
Tired of the city, Aaron and Meera relocate to the idyllic village of Little Crake along with their two children, Noah and Uma. The new cottage looks out over the many miles of woodland beyond. It’s a far cry from their cramped London apartment and the perfect fresh start.
Until fifteen-year-old Noah wanders alone into the forest. For three days, a search party combs the woods. Aaron braces himself for the worst convinced his son is lost forever. Until he finds Noah alive, hiding in the hollow of a tree. It feels like a second chance.
But why doesn’t Noah remember those three days in the woods? And why are there strange cuts slashed across his torso? Why did he cover himself in mud and hide away in an old oak tree?
Once a studious and gentle boy, Noah becomes a troublemaker at school. He withdraws from his family, sleepwalks at night, and creates eerie sketches of Dark Valley Forest. Aaron tells himself that Noah just needs time to readjust. He’ll soon be himself again. But Meera believes otherwise. This new version of Noah is harsh and cruel—a complete stranger.
A mother knows when something is wrong with her child. Aaron may be deluded, but she knows the boy who came back from the woods is not their son.
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Featured Reviews
David R, Reviewer
This is a fantastic mystery/horror novel that delivers the chills and keeps you guessing until the end.
A teenager goes missing in the woods in a small country town but is found three days later. But as events start to unfold, the parents are convinced that the boy they found is not their son.
In this creepy story, a family is torn between their love for this boy and their fear of what they believe he has become. It's a great psychological thriller that will have you questioning what is real.
The characters are all fully realised and you can sympathize with them as things turn from the relief of having him home safe to the terrifying thought that something evil has come home with him, possessing him in ways that could put them all in danger.
This is one of those books that will captivate and fully engage you as you read and you'll want to keep reading to find out the ultimate truth of what this boy went through during those three days missing in the forest.
It's a white knuckled ride and I highly recommend it!
Melissa B, Reviewer
My Review:
Enjoyed!!!! I have to say I have read many of this authors books and I found this one to be a little different than her other ones but in a good way. It starts off by finding a missing fifteen year old boy but when he comes home he is very different. He is definitely not the same person like he was when he got lost. It is told in multiple point of views and also gives off this paranormal vibe. It had this old folklore attached to as well. I normally do not read books like this but I actually found this story to be quite interesting even though it’s not typically my cup of tea. I also found it to be very well researched and fast paced. It kept me intrigued and wanting to find out more the whole entire time. I never knew what was going to happen next. Omg, that ending had me shocked and speechless. I did not see that one coming at all. This author is one of my favorites and I will definitely be reading more of her books.
In conclusion, the plot, the characters and all the twists in this book made this book an enjoyable read. I would definitely recommend it and happily give it 4 Hearts❤️❤️❤️❤️
sue w, Reviewer
The Stranger in Our House by Sarah A. Denzil.
Tired of the city, Aaron and Meera relocate to the idyllic village of Little Crake along with their two children, Noah and Uma. The new cottage looks out over the many miles of woodland beyond. It’s a far cry from their cramped London apartment and the perfect fresh start. Until fifteen-year-old Noah wanders alone into the forest. For three days, a search party combs the woods. Aaron braces himself for the worst convinced his son is lost forever. Until he finds Noah alive, hiding in the hollow of a tree. It feels like a second chance.
A brilliant read. Creepy and eerie. I loved the illustrations. Spooky. Great story and characters. 5*.
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