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Pine

Francine Toon
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Pine

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2020

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Francine Toon

Pine

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2020
Book Details
Pages

288

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Gothic Literature

Horror & Suspense

Mystery & Crime Fiction
Setting

Scottish Highlands • 2010s

Publication Year

2020

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Pine, Francine Toon presents a remote Scottish village setting where a child named Lauren and her father, Niall, encounter mysterious occurrences. The narrative explores themes of loss and the supernatural as they navigate eerie happenings and local suspicions, ultimately unraveling secrets from the past that affect their present lives.

Mysterious

Dark

Suspenseful

Unnerving

Melancholic

Reviews & Readership

3.6

19,449 ratings

50%

Loved it

34%

Mixed feelings

16%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Pine by Francine Toon is praised for its atmospheric setting and suspenseful writing, which effectively evoke a chilling sense of unease. Toon's depiction of the Scottish wilderness enhances the novel's eerie mood. However, some critics find the plot pacing uneven, with character development occasionally lacking depth. Overall, Pine impresses with its haunting ambiance and intriguing narrative.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Pine?

A reader who enjoys Pine by Francine Toon is likely drawn to atmospheric, chilling mysteries set in rural landscapes. Fans of The Girl with All the Gifts by M.R. Carey and The Loney by Andrew Michael Hurley will appreciate the eerie, haunting storytelling and psychological depth. Ideal for those who seek a gripping, supernatural thrill.

3.6

19,449 ratings

50%

Loved it

34%

Mixed feelings

16%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

288

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Gothic Literature

Horror & Suspense

Mystery & Crime Fiction
Setting

Scottish Highlands • 2010s

Publication Year

2020

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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