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Shea Ernshaw

A History Of Wild Places

Shea ErnshawFiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2021

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Shea Ernshaw

A History Of Wild Places

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2021
Book Details
Pages

354

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Pacific Northwest • Contemporary

Publication Year

2021

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Shea Ernshaw’s adult debut, A History of Wild Places, Travis Wren, who can see memories through objects, searches for missing author Maggie St. James in an isolated commune called Pastoral. The narrative unfolds with surprising twists involving Travis, Maggie, and the community, revealing hidden identities and a sinister truth about the commune’s leader. This book addresses death by suicide.

Mysterious

Suspenseful

Dark

Unnerving

Contemplative

Reviews & Readership

4.1

64,562 ratings

72%

Loved it

22%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Shea Ernshaw's A History of Wild Places captivates with its atmospheric prose and intricate plot, blending mystery with subtle supernatural elements. While praised for its immersive setting and emotional depth, some critics find the narrative's pace uneven and the resolution lacking. A compelling read for fans of dark, character-driven stories.

Who should read this

Who Should Read A History Of Wild Places?

A reader who would enjoy A History of Wild Places by Shea Ernshaw likely favors atmospheric, mysterious narratives with elements of magical realism. Fans of The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern and The Lost Apothecary by Sarah Penner might find this book captivating due to its blend of suspense and wonder.

4.1

64,562 ratings

72%

Loved it

22%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

354

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Pacific Northwest • Contemporary

Publication Year

2021

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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