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Season of The Wolf
“You’ll have power, oh yes you will. But when the moon whispers to you, she will command you, and when she does, you must obey.”
Autumn 1998
Orphaned teenager Lucy Hiller leaves her home in New Jersey, USA, for West Yorkshire, England, to live with her estranged grandfather, where a monstrous discovery in the cellar reveals a family secret.
When Lucy can’t take any more of the strange noises coming from beneath the house, her new friend Peter Kessler agrees to investigate. In the dark of the cellar, something bites him. If the trials and changes of teenage life weren’t already tough enough for Peter, they’re about to get worse...
A man is savagely killed while walking his dog on the moors. A farmer’s prized flock of sheep is viciously slaughtered. A teenage boy lies in the hospital fighting for his life. Investigative journalist Lizzy Clayton thinks there is more to these events than wild animal attacks. The police tell her to drop the story, but as Lizzy digs deeper, more bodies begin to pile up. Is there a connection between the murders, the thing in Grandpa’s cellar, and Lucy’s family history?
Autumn 1998
Orphaned teenager Lucy Hiller leaves her home in New Jersey, USA, for West Yorkshire, England, to live with her estranged grandfather, where a monstrous discovery in the cellar reveals a family secret.
When Lucy can’t take any more of the strange noises coming from beneath the house, her new friend Peter Kessler agrees to investigate. In the dark of the cellar, something bites him. If the trials and changes of teenage life weren’t already tough enough for Peter, they’re about to get worse...
A man is savagely killed while walking his dog on the moors. A farmer’s prized flock of sheep is viciously slaughtered. A teenage boy lies in the hospital fighting for his life. Investigative journalist Lizzy Clayton thinks there is more to these events than wild animal attacks. The police tell her to drop the story, but as Lizzy digs deeper, more bodies begin to pile up. Is there a connection between the murders, the thing in Grandpa’s cellar, and Lucy’s family history?
412 pages, Kindle Edition
Published August 9, 2025
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N.D. Thompson
3 books6 followersN.D. Thompson is a horror and dark fiction writer from West Yorkshire, publishing under his independent imprint, Darker Realms Press. His work has drawn comparisons to Stephen King, Richard Laymon, and James Herbert—delivered with a distinctly Yorkshire voice that infuses his supernatural stories with grit, atmosphere, and authenticity
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August 26, 2025
Very good indeed
This is my first book I’ve read by N D Thompson. And I really enjoyed it! Werewolves are my fav genre and this did not disappoint.
A who is it with lots of blood, guts, and plenty of action.
I loved it and will definitely read more of N D Thompson’s work.
This is my first book I’ve read by N D Thompson. And I really enjoyed it! Werewolves are my fav genre and this did not disappoint.
A who is it with lots of blood, guts, and plenty of action.
I loved it and will definitely read more of N D Thompson’s work.
August 9, 2025
A werewolf coming-of-age tale set in the late 90’s? Sign me up! The nostalgia was peak, the setting being a Yorkshire lass was amazing and the horror top tier. Basically, I could not put this one down despite the length I devoured (pun intended). The characters are fantastic, flawed but human. The setting and societal views of the time are captured with scary accuracy. As someone who grew up in the 90s it was a literal blast from the past including the good and the bad parts. For me this really sold it even more because often times nostalgia wins out and we can gloss over the ‘bad’ of the past to focus on the cool or good things.
The main draw originally for me was werewolves. I love a good werewolf story and this is an excellent one. Don’t expect cuddly werewolves here. They are brutal and just as you would expect them to be. I loved the way Thompson explores the trials and tribulations of teenage life and throws in dealing with werewolves to the mix. The writing keeps you hooked and transports you right there with the characters. I’m not lying when I say I zoned out so much I became a little bit antisocial until I was finished. Needless to say Thompson will be an instant buy author going forward and if you love horror but with a lot of humanity then this is for you.
As always thank you to Zooloo’s Book Tours for the copy to review. My review is always honest, truthful and freely given.
The main draw originally for me was werewolves. I love a good werewolf story and this is an excellent one. Don’t expect cuddly werewolves here. They are brutal and just as you would expect them to be. I loved the way Thompson explores the trials and tribulations of teenage life and throws in dealing with werewolves to the mix. The writing keeps you hooked and transports you right there with the characters. I’m not lying when I say I zoned out so much I became a little bit antisocial until I was finished. Needless to say Thompson will be an instant buy author going forward and if you love horror but with a lot of humanity then this is for you.
As always thank you to Zooloo’s Book Tours for the copy to review. My review is always honest, truthful and freely given.
August 9, 2025
This book is horror at its finest and is a great take on a modern day werewolf tale. The author writes about each character so well that you feel as though you know them, but still can't necessarily anticipate their next move which keeps you hooked.
It has the right about of real life, gruesome horror and survival on the famous Baildon Moors and I recommend this book to all.
It has the right about of real life, gruesome horror and survival on the famous Baildon Moors and I recommend this book to all.
August 16, 2025
Season of the Wolf by N.D. Thompson.
This was a really good read. I loved the cover and blurb of this book. I did have a theory. But I was wrong. It wasn't who I thought it was. I did like most of the characters. Some characters I didn't like. Landis and Barry, I didn't like. Barry was a bully. I loved Lucy and Bill and Peter. Even Lizzie grew on me. I didn't trust Maria. There was something about her. I was surprised by the ending. I do hope there is more to come. I do recommend this book.
This was a really good read. I loved the cover and blurb of this book. I did have a theory. But I was wrong. It wasn't who I thought it was. I did like most of the characters. Some characters I didn't like. Landis and Barry, I didn't like. Barry was a bully. I loved Lucy and Bill and Peter. Even Lizzie grew on me. I didn't trust Maria. There was something about her. I was surprised by the ending. I do hope there is more to come. I do recommend this book.
August 14, 2025
Just finished reading this werewolf novel and wow! The best book I've read in a long time.
Brilliantly written, edge of your seat story telly, well constructed characters you can't help fall in love with. Beautiful yet terrifying.
can't wait to see what this author does next.
Brilliantly written, edge of your seat story telly, well constructed characters you can't help fall in love with. Beautiful yet terrifying.
can't wait to see what this author does next.
August 17, 2025
4.5⭐️
Season of the Wolf is equal parts heartfelt and horrifying. Set in late-90s Yorkshire, it blends coming-of-age drama, family secrets, and classic werewolf terror into a story that sinks its claws into you from page one. Nostalgic, atmospheric, and genuinely chilling—this is horror with heart
Season of the Wolf is equal parts heartfelt and horrifying. Set in late-90s Yorkshire, it blends coming-of-age drama, family secrets, and classic werewolf terror into a story that sinks its claws into you from page one. Nostalgic, atmospheric, and genuinely chilling—this is horror with heart
August 3, 2025
This coming-of-age werewolf horror is a rare gem, equal parts tender and terrifying. With an aching sense of youth lost too soon for teenage orphan, Lucy Hiller, the story sinks its claws into the bittersweet struggle of growing up in a Yorkshire that doesn’t stay safe for long. The horror is visceral, the emotion is real, and the full moon only brings the truth closer to the surface. A must-read for fans of old school horror with fangs.
September 10, 2025
The second I saw this front cover image, I knew I had to have this book!
It has everything I love! - the moon, wolves (admittedly not just werewolves but still...), the darkness and the totally creepy ambience!
I couldn't wait!
This was a chunkier read than I was expecting (when I opened the ebook) but despite this, this just sucked me right in from the start and I honestly couldn't put it down until I had all the answers.
Being set in the late 90's, this took me right back to my youth and even better, was set in Yorkshire.
My husband comes from Yorkshire and so the whole setting brought back so many memories for me.
Thankfully I didn't have any experiences like this up there - but along with the hugely descriptive writing, I could literally picture the events and places in my head so vividly!
This had all the elements that a great horror story should have and it didn't shy away from the gory, brutal or spine tingling suspense - I literally jump scared myself a couple of times because I was just so immersed in everything that was going on.
The characters were great and I especially loved the mix of the teenage issues with the horror and the investigations by Lizzy.
They were all authentically portrayed and felt believable throughout.
The perfect addition to my growing horror collection! I'll definitely be reading more from this author.
It has everything I love! - the moon, wolves (admittedly not just werewolves but still...), the darkness and the totally creepy ambience!
I couldn't wait!
This was a chunkier read than I was expecting (when I opened the ebook) but despite this, this just sucked me right in from the start and I honestly couldn't put it down until I had all the answers.
Being set in the late 90's, this took me right back to my youth and even better, was set in Yorkshire.
My husband comes from Yorkshire and so the whole setting brought back so many memories for me.
Thankfully I didn't have any experiences like this up there - but along with the hugely descriptive writing, I could literally picture the events and places in my head so vividly!
This had all the elements that a great horror story should have and it didn't shy away from the gory, brutal or spine tingling suspense - I literally jump scared myself a couple of times because I was just so immersed in everything that was going on.
The characters were great and I especially loved the mix of the teenage issues with the horror and the investigations by Lizzy.
They were all authentically portrayed and felt believable throughout.
The perfect addition to my growing horror collection! I'll definitely be reading more from this author.
June 22, 2025
I admit, I wrote this book.
Inspired by the name a local brickabrac shop called Grandpa's Basement (which was a working title on/off) and set in the small town I lived in from 8 years old to my late 20s, it's taken the best part of ten year to complete. It's evolved a lot in that time. The original concept didn't even have werewolves and the character of Lucy had a twin brother. Yet, I've enjoyed every moment writing this tale, and I never grew bored of the editing/revision process.
In the author note I say this story was conveived on 23rd July 2018, but in truth, it was probably about a year earlier. 23rd July 18 is the earliest record I have of writing the book.
As always, I wrote the book I want to read. I hope there are others who want to read this too. If you read Season of the Wolf, please let me know your thoughts by leaving a review. Maybe, even recommend it to folks. 😉
Best wishes,
Inspired by the name a local brickabrac shop called Grandpa's Basement (which was a working title on/off) and set in the small town I lived in from 8 years old to my late 20s, it's taken the best part of ten year to complete. It's evolved a lot in that time. The original concept didn't even have werewolves and the character of Lucy had a twin brother. Yet, I've enjoyed every moment writing this tale, and I never grew bored of the editing/revision process.
In the author note I say this story was conveived on 23rd July 2018, but in truth, it was probably about a year earlier. 23rd July 18 is the earliest record I have of writing the book.
As always, I wrote the book I want to read. I hope there are others who want to read this too. If you read Season of the Wolf, please let me know your thoughts by leaving a review. Maybe, even recommend it to folks. 😉
Best wishes,
September 15, 2025
3.5 rounded up
When I say this book is perfect for spooky season, I mean it. A dark, atmospheric, coming-of-age horror with werewolves, deep family secrets and a whole lot of gore. If that sounds your thing, get this on book your October TBRs, immediately! It’s been a while since I’ve read this author’s work and I so enjoy his writing.
Season of the Wolf is a haunting tale from the start. We meet Lucy who not only has to deal with her father’s death and move to an unfamiliar Yorkshire town, but who also learns far more than she bargained for about her family history… From bullies to werewolves, her experience in Yorkshire wasn’t a walk in the park, and we dive deep into a dark and deadly werewolf plot. We also meet Lizzy, a journalist with a mission; when there is a series of gruesome deaths, she makes it her mission to uncover the truth. It’s a suspenseful ride with pretty damn gory descriptions, but I find this author really good at immersing you in them and bringing a chill to your spine.
I liked most of these characters, but there are a lot of them to get your head around, and only the main ones really stuck with me. But the werewolves… if you want to be scared of the dark and not sleep again, I’ve found your perfect book. If you’re looking to support a new author this spooky season, look no further!
When I say this book is perfect for spooky season, I mean it. A dark, atmospheric, coming-of-age horror with werewolves, deep family secrets and a whole lot of gore. If that sounds your thing, get this on book your October TBRs, immediately! It’s been a while since I’ve read this author’s work and I so enjoy his writing.
Season of the Wolf is a haunting tale from the start. We meet Lucy who not only has to deal with her father’s death and move to an unfamiliar Yorkshire town, but who also learns far more than she bargained for about her family history… From bullies to werewolves, her experience in Yorkshire wasn’t a walk in the park, and we dive deep into a dark and deadly werewolf plot. We also meet Lizzy, a journalist with a mission; when there is a series of gruesome deaths, she makes it her mission to uncover the truth. It’s a suspenseful ride with pretty damn gory descriptions, but I find this author really good at immersing you in them and bringing a chill to your spine.
I liked most of these characters, but there are a lot of them to get your head around, and only the main ones really stuck with me. But the werewolves… if you want to be scared of the dark and not sleep again, I’ve found your perfect book. If you’re looking to support a new author this spooky season, look no further!
August 15, 2025
If you’re looking for a good werewolf story this is definitely one of the best.
Set in Yorkshire in the 90s this novel paints a picture of true horror on the moors with evocative and detailed descriptions which build and maintain tension throughout the book, keeping you on the edge of your seat. Be prepared for plenty of twists and turns and an ending that will leave you speechless but also wanting more.
This is also a coming of age story for teenage orphan, Lucy who is dealing with the typical trials and tribulations of teen life while trying to find her place in the world with werewolves thrown into the mix just to complicate things.
We also meet Lizzy, a tenacious investigator who leaves no stone unturned in trying to solve the mystery of the brutal murders, often sticking her nose in where it doesn’t belong.
All of the characters feel so true to life that I felt like I knew them and occasionally found myself telling them what to do (spoiler alert - they didn’t listen to me!!)
All jokes aside, this is probably the best horror book I’ve read for a long time and will live rent free in my head for a long time. I grew up reading 80s horror and I feel like I finally found a book that lives up to some of the masterpieces of the 80s.
Thank you to Zooloos Book Tours and the author for the free review copy.
Set in Yorkshire in the 90s this novel paints a picture of true horror on the moors with evocative and detailed descriptions which build and maintain tension throughout the book, keeping you on the edge of your seat. Be prepared for plenty of twists and turns and an ending that will leave you speechless but also wanting more.
This is also a coming of age story for teenage orphan, Lucy who is dealing with the typical trials and tribulations of teen life while trying to find her place in the world with werewolves thrown into the mix just to complicate things.
We also meet Lizzy, a tenacious investigator who leaves no stone unturned in trying to solve the mystery of the brutal murders, often sticking her nose in where it doesn’t belong.
All of the characters feel so true to life that I felt like I knew them and occasionally found myself telling them what to do (spoiler alert - they didn’t listen to me!!)
All jokes aside, this is probably the best horror book I’ve read for a long time and will live rent free in my head for a long time. I grew up reading 80s horror and I feel like I finally found a book that lives up to some of the masterpieces of the 80s.
Thank you to Zooloos Book Tours and the author for the free review copy.
August 11, 2025
I love anything involving wolves or werewolves so was really excited to read this.
Oh my! This really took me back to those old werewolf films I used to watch in the 80s. Nostalgic horror at its finest, absolutely brilliant stuff 🤩
This is set in the 90s and captured the time perfectly, imagine desolate moors, butchered livestock and a horror story that has twists and turns with chills and thrills.
If you like a good horror book read this it’s a must
5⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Plus was an amazing cover 😍
Thank you for having me on the tour I can’t wait to see what @ndthompson_books brings out next
@zooloosbooktours @darkerrealmspress #seasonofthewolf
Oh my! This really took me back to those old werewolf films I used to watch in the 80s. Nostalgic horror at its finest, absolutely brilliant stuff 🤩
This is set in the 90s and captured the time perfectly, imagine desolate moors, butchered livestock and a horror story that has twists and turns with chills and thrills.
If you like a good horror book read this it’s a must
5⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Plus was an amazing cover 😍
Thank you for having me on the tour I can’t wait to see what @ndthompson_books brings out next
@zooloosbooktours @darkerrealmspress #seasonofthewolf
August 17, 2025
Thank you, @zooloosBT and @darkerrealmspress, for letting me be part of this tour and reviewing this book. Season of the Wolf is a horror genre, and I was on tender hooks reading this book. I love the atmosphere of the dark and grusomeness that is in the book. I liked how this was a modern werewolf story and enjoyed N. D. Thompson's style of writing; it was a thrilling and engaging story. Likewise, I liked getting to know the characters and felt like I knew them for a long time, and it was good to see them develop through the book. If you like horror, this book is for you. I love the front cover too. 5 stars.
January 17, 2026
great book
Fantastic new book on an old genre of werewolves. Great characters with a fantastic story. I could not put this book down.
Fantastic new book on an old genre of werewolves. Great characters with a fantastic story. I could not put this book down.
August 12, 2025
I read the book on the back of watching Dog Soldiers...my obsession with werewolves is real!
I'm so glad I took a chance on Season of the Wolf, I absolutely loved it!
It's a fast paced retro-esque horror that centres around Baildon Moors, West Yorkshire...you get the picture...dark, desolate and dangerous...
There's many a shocker moment to be had. That final twist had me scraping my jaw off the floor...I DID NOT see that one coming at all!
Great debut. Looking forward to reading more from Thompson in the future.
I'm so glad I took a chance on Season of the Wolf, I absolutely loved it!
It's a fast paced retro-esque horror that centres around Baildon Moors, West Yorkshire...you get the picture...dark, desolate and dangerous...
There's many a shocker moment to be had. That final twist had me scraping my jaw off the floor...I DID NOT see that one coming at all!
Great debut. Looking forward to reading more from Thompson in the future.
August 12, 2025
Here is my review for Season Of The Wolf by N D Thompson
I got invested in this story right from the start of the book. David Moran was savaged by something before he dropped dead before being hit by a car, he was missing an arm. They never found his missing dog. Farmer Green lost his prized flock of sheep as they were all slaughtered out in one of his fields. A young teenage bully lies fighting for his life in hospital after being attacked. Peter, Lucy’s new friend is bitten by something when he checks out the noises in her grandfather’s cellar and he just about makes it home but he’s in a bad way. He’s burning up, vomiting and needs a doctor. Lucy is sure her grandfather is keeping something in their cellar but he won’t admit to it and it’s quiet when he is home. She wants to go back to the states as soon as she can. Just what is doing all the killing? I thought this was a brilliant read and I loved this story right from the start. I was so hooked I couldn’t put the book down as I wanted to know what happened next. Lizzy the journalist was an interesting character as she was poking her nose into everything and she got to know things that the police didn’t as people would talk to her or she would find clues herself. The book was brilliantly written and it had a superb plot which was well thought out. The story was written with very descriptive text and everything was described in detail. I liked the author’s writing style and I found it an easy style to read. I absolutely love reading horror stories so this was totally within my reading genres and I would love to read more by this author in the future.
Blurb :
“You’ll have power, oh yes you will. But when the moon whispers to you, she will command you, and when she does, you must obey.”
Autumn 1998
Orphaned teenager Lucy Hiller leaves her home in New Jersey, USA, for West Yorkshire, England, to live with her estranged grandfather, where a monstrous discovery in the cellar reveals a family secret.
When Lucy can’t take any more of the strange noises coming from beneath the house, her new friend Peter Kessler agrees to investigate. In the dark of the cellar, something bites him. If the trials and changes of teenage life weren’t already tough enough for Peter, they’re about to get worse...
A man is savagely killed while walking his dog on the moors. A farmer’s prized flock of sheep is viciously slaughtered. A teenage boy lies in the hospital fighting for his life. Investigative journalist Lizzy Clayton thinks there is more to these events than wild animal attacks. The police tell her to drop the story, but as Lizzy digs deeper, more bodies begin to pile up. Is there a connection between the murders, the thing in Grandpa’s cellar, and Lucy’s family history?
I got invested in this story right from the start of the book. David Moran was savaged by something before he dropped dead before being hit by a car, he was missing an arm. They never found his missing dog. Farmer Green lost his prized flock of sheep as they were all slaughtered out in one of his fields. A young teenage bully lies fighting for his life in hospital after being attacked. Peter, Lucy’s new friend is bitten by something when he checks out the noises in her grandfather’s cellar and he just about makes it home but he’s in a bad way. He’s burning up, vomiting and needs a doctor. Lucy is sure her grandfather is keeping something in their cellar but he won’t admit to it and it’s quiet when he is home. She wants to go back to the states as soon as she can. Just what is doing all the killing? I thought this was a brilliant read and I loved this story right from the start. I was so hooked I couldn’t put the book down as I wanted to know what happened next. Lizzy the journalist was an interesting character as she was poking her nose into everything and she got to know things that the police didn’t as people would talk to her or she would find clues herself. The book was brilliantly written and it had a superb plot which was well thought out. The story was written with very descriptive text and everything was described in detail. I liked the author’s writing style and I found it an easy style to read. I absolutely love reading horror stories so this was totally within my reading genres and I would love to read more by this author in the future.
Blurb :
“You’ll have power, oh yes you will. But when the moon whispers to you, she will command you, and when she does, you must obey.”
Autumn 1998
Orphaned teenager Lucy Hiller leaves her home in New Jersey, USA, for West Yorkshire, England, to live with her estranged grandfather, where a monstrous discovery in the cellar reveals a family secret.
When Lucy can’t take any more of the strange noises coming from beneath the house, her new friend Peter Kessler agrees to investigate. In the dark of the cellar, something bites him. If the trials and changes of teenage life weren’t already tough enough for Peter, they’re about to get worse...
A man is savagely killed while walking his dog on the moors. A farmer’s prized flock of sheep is viciously slaughtered. A teenage boy lies in the hospital fighting for his life. Investigative journalist Lizzy Clayton thinks there is more to these events than wild animal attacks. The police tell her to drop the story, but as Lizzy digs deeper, more bodies begin to pile up. Is there a connection between the murders, the thing in Grandpa’s cellar, and Lucy’s family history?
August 26, 2025
Season of the Wolf is a great addition to the werewolf theme. Thompson just has this way of keeping you glued to the pages - I found myself reading way past my bedtime. It takes the usual werewolf stuff but somehow avoids all those tired clichés that make most recent ones feel so meh. This definitely isn't some cheesy B-movie monster story or a paranormal drama that takes a long time to build up. Somehow it feels familiar but also fresh - not easy to do when we've all seen this story before.
The setting almost steals the show here. Thompson portrays a faraway village that is bordered by moors, woodlands, and a wild river that you can practically hear it rushing through the pages. The story grows slowly, enclosing the plot in a subtle suspense that pays out in big, satisfying ways.
The cast feels like they walked straight out of my old high school. The story introduces readers to the baffled local police, an American girl who is displaced, a trio of genuinely likeable geeks, and a bully with two buddies who are also bullies. There is also a hunter, a reporter who is interested in the story, and a grandfather who is keeping a big secret in the basement.
Things start pretty slowly. Thompson takes his sweet time getting everything in place and developing the characters. But it’s done carefully, and the story begins when the first big twist happens. The wait is worth it for people who enjoy horror stories. The fight scenes are crisp and fierce, and they are worth the wait.
There were a few minor fumbles that must be mentioned. A lot of the early action takes place off-page, which will try some readers’ patience. And even worse, I cared more about Peter, a minor character, than Lucy, the main character. I liked the pages with Peter better, though she had a lot going on.
These are only minor quibbles with an otherwise excellent, fun book. “Season of the Wolf” is a werewolf story that really bites if that’s what you’re in the mood for. It is a fast-paced, engrossing escape that you will not regret.
The setting almost steals the show here. Thompson portrays a faraway village that is bordered by moors, woodlands, and a wild river that you can practically hear it rushing through the pages. The story grows slowly, enclosing the plot in a subtle suspense that pays out in big, satisfying ways.
The cast feels like they walked straight out of my old high school. The story introduces readers to the baffled local police, an American girl who is displaced, a trio of genuinely likeable geeks, and a bully with two buddies who are also bullies. There is also a hunter, a reporter who is interested in the story, and a grandfather who is keeping a big secret in the basement.
Things start pretty slowly. Thompson takes his sweet time getting everything in place and developing the characters. But it’s done carefully, and the story begins when the first big twist happens. The wait is worth it for people who enjoy horror stories. The fight scenes are crisp and fierce, and they are worth the wait.
There were a few minor fumbles that must be mentioned. A lot of the early action takes place off-page, which will try some readers’ patience. And even worse, I cared more about Peter, a minor character, than Lucy, the main character. I liked the pages with Peter better, though she had a lot going on.
These are only minor quibbles with an otherwise excellent, fun book. “Season of the Wolf” is a werewolf story that really bites if that’s what you’re in the mood for. It is a fast-paced, engrossing escape that you will not regret.
August 14, 2025
From the moment Lucy Hiller arrives in the wind-scoured hills of West Yorkshire, Season of the Wolf wraps you in an atmosphere thick with unease. N.D. Thompson’s prose is alive with the hiss of rain on slate roofs, the scent of wet earth, and the subtle dread of a house that groans in the night. The cellar becomes a character in its own right—its darkness whispering promises you know you shouldn’t keep.
This is not just a werewolf story. It’s a tale of grief and inheritance, of finding your place in a family shadowed by violence and myth. Lucy’s journey runs parallel to Lizzy Clayton’s dogged investigation into savagely mauled bodies, the two threads tightening with each brutal death on the moors. Peter’s arc—painful, utterly raw, and tinged with tragedy—reminds us that the line between victim and monster can be so perilously thin.
Thompson balances the supernatural with a journalist’s eye for detail, making every claw mark and bloodstain feel horrendously real. But it’s the emotional weight—loneliness, loyalty, the terrible pull of the past—that lingers long after the final page. I couldn’t quite shake the sense that something was watching me.
Atmospheric, achingly haunting, and beautifully human beneath the horror. This is a full-moon read that will keep you glancing at the shadows.
This is not just a werewolf story. It’s a tale of grief and inheritance, of finding your place in a family shadowed by violence and myth. Lucy’s journey runs parallel to Lizzy Clayton’s dogged investigation into savagely mauled bodies, the two threads tightening with each brutal death on the moors. Peter’s arc—painful, utterly raw, and tinged with tragedy—reminds us that the line between victim and monster can be so perilously thin.
Thompson balances the supernatural with a journalist’s eye for detail, making every claw mark and bloodstain feel horrendously real. But it’s the emotional weight—loneliness, loyalty, the terrible pull of the past—that lingers long after the final page. I couldn’t quite shake the sense that something was watching me.
Atmospheric, achingly haunting, and beautifully human beneath the horror. This is a full-moon read that will keep you glancing at the shadows.
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