From New York Times bestselling and award-winning author Megan Abbott, an eerie and prescient novel about a family outing that takes a terrifying turn.
But are her fears founded or is it paranoia, or cabin fever, or--as is suggested to her--a stubborn refusal to take necessary precautions? The dense woods surrounding the cottage are full of dangers, but are the greater ones inside?.
As the days pass, Jacy begins to feel trapped in the cottage, her every move surveilled, her body under the looking glass.
At the same time, whispers about Jed\'s long-dead mother and complicated family history seem eerily to be impeding upon the present.
Swiftly, vacation activities are scrapped, and all eyes are on Jacy\'s condition.
But their Edenic first days take a turn when Jacy has a health scare.
Brandt.
Ash, if less so by his house manager, the enigmatic Mrs.
The moment they arrive in the cozy cottage in the lush woods, Jacy feels bathed in love by the warm and hospitable Dr.
Ash, in Michigan\'s far-flung Upper Peninsula.
Newly married and with a baby on the way, Jacy and her new husband, Jed, embark on their first road trip together to visit his father, Dr.
And Jacy felt like she finally did.
That\'s what Jacy\'s mom always told her.
Honey , I just want you to have everything you ever wanted.
From New York Times bestselling and award-winning author Megan Abbott, an eerie and prescient novel about a family outing that takes a terrifying turn