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Winterwood

Shea Ernshaw
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Winterwood

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2019

Book Brief

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Shea Ernshaw

Winterwood

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2019
Book Details
Pages

323

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Samuel, New York • Contemporary

Publication Year

2019

Recommended Reading Age

13-18 years

Lexile Level

HL780L

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Super Short Summary

Winterwood by Shea Ernshaw centers on Nora Walker, who comes from a long line of women with special abilities. The story unfolds in a haunted forest where Nora encounters a missing boy, Oliver Huntsman, leading her to uncover dark secrets. As Nora navigates her family’s legacy, she must confront the mysteries surrounding the forest and Oliver's reappearance.

Reviews & Readership

4.1

26,911 ratings

67%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

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Winterwood by Shea Ernshaw captivates readers with its evocative prose and atmospheric setting. The magical realism and intricate storytelling resonate well, though some find the plot predictably slow and the characters underdeveloped. Despite this, the overall haunting and mysterious ambiance leaves a lasting impression.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Winterwood?

Winterwood by Shea Ernshaw will captivate fans of atmospheric, rural fantasy with a hint of darkness. Ideal for readers who enjoyed The Wicked Deep or The Hazel Wood, it appeals to those who cherish witchy lore, eerie forests, and complex, mystical storytelling. This novel suits an audience drawn to young adult fiction with a moody, magical setting.

4.1

26,911 ratings

67%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

323

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Samuel, New York • Contemporary

Publication Year

2019

Recommended Reading Age

13-18 years

Lexile Level

HL780L

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