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Komorebi Serial Killers #9
That Carver Girl
She spent ten years in a psychiatric facility for accusing her father of being a serial killer. Now he's dead, she's home... and women are disappearing again.
The townspeople call her Lucifer. They say she's a liar who tried to destroy her own family.
But Lucy Carver can't let go of what she saw at her father's funeral. She swears she saw him watching from the tree line the day they put him in the ground.
If she speaks up, she risks being sent back to Arden Ridge permanently. If she stays silent, she remains the only witness to a ghost that's hunting in the dark. And Gabi just became the latest woman to disappear.
Across southeastern Tennessee and into the neighboring states, women vanish without explanation. They don't stay missing. Somewhere beneath the limestone hills of Karst Valley, a killer has been quietly building his life's work. Each victim carefully chosen. Each one given a name. Each one preserved and displayed for an audience of one.
Now Lucy has to decide what she's more afraid being called crazy again, or being right.
Early readers are already calling it the best Komorebi novel yet. If The Dollhouse was your favorite, you may be about to have a new one.
A deeply atmospheric psychological thriller set in rural Tennessee, THAT CARVER GIRL is a standalone novel and the ninth entry in the internationally acclaimed Komorebi Serial Killers series.
For readers of Sharp Objects, Pretty Girls, and The Butterfly Garden.
The townspeople call her Lucifer. They say she's a liar who tried to destroy her own family.
But Lucy Carver can't let go of what she saw at her father's funeral. She swears she saw him watching from the tree line the day they put him in the ground.
If she speaks up, she risks being sent back to Arden Ridge permanently. If she stays silent, she remains the only witness to a ghost that's hunting in the dark. And Gabi just became the latest woman to disappear.
Across southeastern Tennessee and into the neighboring states, women vanish without explanation. They don't stay missing. Somewhere beneath the limestone hills of Karst Valley, a killer has been quietly building his life's work. Each victim carefully chosen. Each one given a name. Each one preserved and displayed for an audience of one.
Now Lucy has to decide what she's more afraid being called crazy again, or being right.
Early readers are already calling it the best Komorebi novel yet. If The Dollhouse was your favorite, you may be about to have a new one.
A deeply atmospheric psychological thriller set in rural Tennessee, THAT CARVER GIRL is a standalone novel and the ninth entry in the internationally acclaimed Komorebi Serial Killers series.
For readers of Sharp Objects, Pretty Girls, and The Butterfly Garden.
- GenresThriller
332 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 18, 2026
About the author
Sara Ennis
22 books368 followersSara writes dark psychological thrillers set in the Komorebi shared world: the four-book Dollhouse Survivors series and five standalone novels with crossover characters.
Her readers call themselves Ennis Menaces. She couldn't be more proud.
Her readers call themselves Ennis Menaces. She couldn't be more proud.
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May 7, 2026
Oh wow! How does the sweet Sara Ennis write such insanity!!! I was hooked from the very first chapter. This book is wild. You’ve been warned. Also—5 freaking stars!
April 21, 2026
I had the pleasure of receiving an ARC of That Carver Girl by Sara Ennis, and it completely exceeded my expectations. From the very first chapter, I was pulled into a story that feels both intimate and expansive, with characters that are vividly drawn and emotionally authentic.
Ennis has a way of writing that makes every scene feel alive—you can feel the tension, the longing, and the quiet moments just as strongly as the bigger, more dramatic ones. The protagonist is especially compelling, layered with strength and vulnerability in a way that makes her journey deeply relatable and impossible to look away from.
What stood out most to me was the emotional depth. This isn’t just a story you read—it’s one you experience. The themes are handled with care and nuance, and the pacing keeps you hooked without ever feeling rushed. By the end, I found myself reflecting on the characters long after I’d turned the final page.
As an ARC reader, I feel grateful to have gotten an early look at such a powerful and beautifully written book. I would absolutely recommend That Carver Girl to anyone who enjoys character-driven stories with heart, complexity, and a strong emotional core.
Ennis has a way of writing that makes every scene feel alive—you can feel the tension, the longing, and the quiet moments just as strongly as the bigger, more dramatic ones. The protagonist is especially compelling, layered with strength and vulnerability in a way that makes her journey deeply relatable and impossible to look away from.
What stood out most to me was the emotional depth. This isn’t just a story you read—it’s one you experience. The themes are handled with care and nuance, and the pacing keeps you hooked without ever feeling rushed. By the end, I found myself reflecting on the characters long after I’d turned the final page.
As an ARC reader, I feel grateful to have gotten an early look at such a powerful and beautifully written book. I would absolutely recommend That Carver Girl to anyone who enjoys character-driven stories with heart, complexity, and a strong emotional core.
June 8, 2026
This was my first Sara Ennis read, but it won’t be my last. That Carver Girl is part of the Komorebi series, which I now have to read, and was very good. I was pulled in from the prologue and stayed until the end. I gasped, cried, and worried throughout. Without even knowing all of the original characters, I was able to follow along easily. It’s told in first person from multiple characters, and I enjoyed each. If you like serial killer thrillers, you’ll like this one.
I received this advanced copy through NetGalley and Xpresso Book Tours. Thank you for approving me for this title.
I received this advanced copy through NetGalley and Xpresso Book Tours. Thank you for approving me for this title.
July 31, 2026
get snacks ready first. you’re not putting it down.
Sara Ennis, are you okay??? Parts of this book were quite, shall I say, ‘descriptive’, and parts of it made me curious about the author’s Google search history…
This is such a twisted, tense thriller. I read the whole thing while holding my breath. I am good at guessing the twists but there were so many turns in this one that I couldn’t help but be tricked by this book. Lucy is a great character that I suspected, trusted, rooted for and feared for at various points. If you love dark and deceptive thrillers, you’ll binge read this one.
Sara Ennis, are you okay??? Parts of this book were quite, shall I say, ‘descriptive’, and parts of it made me curious about the author’s Google search history…
This is such a twisted, tense thriller. I read the whole thing while holding my breath. I am good at guessing the twists but there were so many turns in this one that I couldn’t help but be tricked by this book. Lucy is a great character that I suspected, trusted, rooted for and feared for at various points. If you love dark and deceptive thrillers, you’ll binge read this one.
April 15, 2026
“That Carver Girl” by Sara Ennis is another gripping addition to the Komorebi Serial Killers series. Dark, haunting, and suspenseful, this one pulls you in quickly.
Lucy Carver returns home after ten years in a psychiatric facility for accusing her father of being a serial killer, only for women to start disappearing again. When she believes she sees her father after his death, the tension builds as you question what’s real.
The setting is eerie and the story carries a constant sense of dread. It is an intense, unsettling read that keeps you hooked to the very end.
Lucy Carver returns home after ten years in a psychiatric facility for accusing her father of being a serial killer, only for women to start disappearing again. When she believes she sees her father after his death, the tension builds as you question what’s real.
The setting is eerie and the story carries a constant sense of dread. It is an intense, unsettling read that keeps you hooked to the very end.
May 27, 2026
3.75 ⭐️⭐️⭐️✨
A Fun, Fast-Paced Small-Town Mystery
This was a really entertaining popcorn thriller that kept me hooked from start to finish. It has a great Criminal Minds vibe to it.
The strongest part of the book is definitely the storyline. The author did a wonderful job capturing that claustrophobic, small-town atmosphere where everyone knows your business and gossip travels fast. The plot relies heavily on some intense gaslighting and messy family dynamics, which kept the tension high and made it really hard to put down. It is a very well-plotted mystery with plenty of drama.
The writing style is straightforward and simple making it the perfect quick read for a weekend. A solid, engaging thriller. If you love stories filled with family secrets and small-town drama, this one is absolutely worth the read.
(Disclosure: I received a pre-release copy directly from the author. This is an honest review, and all thoughts are my own.)
A Fun, Fast-Paced Small-Town Mystery
This was a really entertaining popcorn thriller that kept me hooked from start to finish. It has a great Criminal Minds vibe to it.
The strongest part of the book is definitely the storyline. The author did a wonderful job capturing that claustrophobic, small-town atmosphere where everyone knows your business and gossip travels fast. The plot relies heavily on some intense gaslighting and messy family dynamics, which kept the tension high and made it really hard to put down. It is a very well-plotted mystery with plenty of drama.
The writing style is straightforward and simple making it the perfect quick read for a weekend. A solid, engaging thriller. If you love stories filled with family secrets and small-town drama, this one is absolutely worth the read.
(Disclosure: I received a pre-release copy directly from the author. This is an honest review, and all thoughts are my own.)
May 26, 2026
I had the pleasure of reading That Carver Girl as an early release and let me tell you, Sara never disappoints. Lucy Carver has spent 10 years in a psychiatric ward believing her father was a serial killer, and that’s only the beginning. The twists and turns of this novel go as deep as the caves on the family’s homestead. A couple of familiar faces show up (for those fans of Sara’s other Komorebi novels) and of course the trusty family dog Jim.
For fans of theater, art, the great outdoors, and serial killers of course, this is a must read!
For fans of theater, art, the great outdoors, and serial killers of course, this is a must read!
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
Oh. My. Gosh!!! I have a new favorite author!! 🤩🤸🥳 Hold onto your seats because we are in for a crazy ride!
That Carver Girl is part of Sara Ennis' Komorebi Series about serial killers. However, this one is one of the "Shared World Stand Alones", and the first I have ever read.
UNSETTLING, DARK, WHAT IS THE REAL DEAL????
The story centers around the Carver family and their horticulture farm in rural Tennessee.
Lucy was 7 years old when she sees her father walking through a meadow in the woods dragging a big plastic bag. As the bag is being pulled, a woman's head peeks out, looking at Lucy and saying, "Help!". Little Lucy cannot believe what she is seeing, but reports that her dad is a killer. This happens 3 more times. No one believes her, and even she struggles with it. But she continues to try to tell people, and eventually she is sent to a place in Colorado to help her with her :halucinations".
Fast track to the present. Lucy is 27, and her father has died. It is decided that she can now go back home because she is in a healthier place, and the trauma she feels about her father is now gone because he has passed away. However, the people of the town do not forget, and call her "Lucyver". As Lucy is trying to cope with her grief and find what her place is in the family business, she makes a friend. Gabi is from Mexico. SHe has come to the Carver farm to learn their techniques of grafting plants. She passes no judgement on Lucy, and becomes a friend. Then one day, Gabi goes missing. And items are left in Lucy's room, and pictures on her phone. However, when Lucy tries to tell everyone that Gabi is missing, no one believes her...at first.
Investigator Nick works for the Komorebi Agency. They look into hard cases. Gabi's parents, who are in Mexico running their own horticulture farm, are friends with the owner of the agency, and decide to have the agency investigate.
As they begin to look into Gabi's disappearance, they discover connections to 14 other missing women. Somehow, the common link is the Carver farm. But Lucy's father is dead- so who is doing the killing?
This was a fast paced thriller. The Tennessee mountains and cave systems within the forest added a dark, cloying element to the story. The characters jumped off the page, and were so authentic. I was immediately drawn to Lucy and Gabi, and the story! It was a puzzle that I stayed up way to late to try to figure out!
Ennis really did a phenomenal job of writing all aspects of the story so well that each moment- the quiet introspective moments and the creepy moments- feel important. The depth of emotions from all the characters, even the sidelined ones, made me feel like I was sitting right there with them. It is through this that we get to see and understand Lucy's struggles, anxieties, and hopes. The way she wrote the budding friendship between Gabi and Lucy had me smiling. I loved Gabi!
There are family secrets and drama that have a profound impact on the plot of the story. The scenes where we hear the story from the killer's view are creepy and sometimes graphic. I found there were a few times I skimmed parts. But then I had to re-read because the clues and info are so important to the story and the sequence.
This is an excellent dark thriller that adds a level of depth in the characters and story that makes it jump from the pages. This is a stand alone, so jump right in! I plan on going back and reading the others!
Highly recommend if you like dark thrillers that are well thought out, and have characters that you want to root for!
Thank you so much to NetGalley and Xpresso Book Tours for the ARC. This is my honest and voluntary review!!
That Carver Girl is part of Sara Ennis' Komorebi Series about serial killers. However, this one is one of the "Shared World Stand Alones", and the first I have ever read.
UNSETTLING, DARK, WHAT IS THE REAL DEAL????
The story centers around the Carver family and their horticulture farm in rural Tennessee.
Lucy was 7 years old when she sees her father walking through a meadow in the woods dragging a big plastic bag. As the bag is being pulled, a woman's head peeks out, looking at Lucy and saying, "Help!". Little Lucy cannot believe what she is seeing, but reports that her dad is a killer. This happens 3 more times. No one believes her, and even she struggles with it. But she continues to try to tell people, and eventually she is sent to a place in Colorado to help her with her :halucinations".
Fast track to the present. Lucy is 27, and her father has died. It is decided that she can now go back home because she is in a healthier place, and the trauma she feels about her father is now gone because he has passed away. However, the people of the town do not forget, and call her "Lucyver". As Lucy is trying to cope with her grief and find what her place is in the family business, she makes a friend. Gabi is from Mexico. SHe has come to the Carver farm to learn their techniques of grafting plants. She passes no judgement on Lucy, and becomes a friend. Then one day, Gabi goes missing. And items are left in Lucy's room, and pictures on her phone. However, when Lucy tries to tell everyone that Gabi is missing, no one believes her...at first.
Investigator Nick works for the Komorebi Agency. They look into hard cases. Gabi's parents, who are in Mexico running their own horticulture farm, are friends with the owner of the agency, and decide to have the agency investigate.
As they begin to look into Gabi's disappearance, they discover connections to 14 other missing women. Somehow, the common link is the Carver farm. But Lucy's father is dead- so who is doing the killing?
This was a fast paced thriller. The Tennessee mountains and cave systems within the forest added a dark, cloying element to the story. The characters jumped off the page, and were so authentic. I was immediately drawn to Lucy and Gabi, and the story! It was a puzzle that I stayed up way to late to try to figure out!
Ennis really did a phenomenal job of writing all aspects of the story so well that each moment- the quiet introspective moments and the creepy moments- feel important. The depth of emotions from all the characters, even the sidelined ones, made me feel like I was sitting right there with them. It is through this that we get to see and understand Lucy's struggles, anxieties, and hopes. The way she wrote the budding friendship between Gabi and Lucy had me smiling. I loved Gabi!
There are family secrets and drama that have a profound impact on the plot of the story. The scenes where we hear the story from the killer's view are creepy and sometimes graphic. I found there were a few times I skimmed parts. But then I had to re-read because the clues and info are so important to the story and the sequence.
This is an excellent dark thriller that adds a level of depth in the characters and story that makes it jump from the pages. This is a stand alone, so jump right in! I plan on going back and reading the others!
Highly recommend if you like dark thrillers that are well thought out, and have characters that you want to root for!
Thank you so much to NetGalley and Xpresso Book Tours for the ARC. This is my honest and voluntary review!!
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
My Rating: 4⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Really enjoyed this, great addition to the series!!
She spent ten years in a psychiatric facility for accusing her father of being a serial killer. Now he's dead, she's home... and women are disappearing again.
The townspeople call her Lucifer. They say she's a liar who tried to destroy her own family.
But Lucy Carver can't let go of what she saw at her father's funeral. She swears she saw him watching from the tree line the day they put him in the ground.
If she speaks up, she risks being sent back to Arden Ridge permanently. If she stays silent, she remains the only witness to a ghost that's hunting in the dark. And Gabi just became the latest woman to disappear.
Across southeastern Tennessee and into the neighbouring states, women vanish without explanation. They don't stay missing. Somewhere beneath the limestone hills of Karst Valley, a killer has been quietly building his life's work. Each victim carefully chosen. Each one given a name. Each one preserved and displayed for an audience of one.
Now Lucy has to decide what she's more afraid being called crazy again, or being right.
I really like most of the books from this author, there have been a few that have been hit and miss but for the most part I really like them and this one was no exception. What is good about this “series” its not really a series. But there are always appearances from various of our fave Dollhouse characters and this one was no different.
I really liked Lucy and I felt for her… the bad guy was so bad and you can only imagine being told and “proven” to be crazy and not believed and now its all happening again you dont want to say anything just want your life to go back to normal whatever that is… but Lucy is scared for her friend.
I think that the bad guy was insane and insanely good… it really was a creepy AF. The other thing this author doesnt shy away from is killing off characters doesnt always have to be your secondary ones as well… you don’t want the MCs to die but sometimes they do and sometimes you think they are going to … you just never know where she will go with it.
Sara Ennis really does dark thriller well… and this was no exception.
Out of this series this was definitely a favourite for me.
Overall, I highly recommend to people who like the series or the author But if you are new to either then you can actually jump in right here and enjoy it.
Thank you to NetGalley, Xpresso Book Tours and the author for an advanced copy for an honest review.
She spent ten years in a psychiatric facility for accusing her father of being a serial killer. Now he's dead, she's home... and women are disappearing again.
The townspeople call her Lucifer. They say she's a liar who tried to destroy her own family.
But Lucy Carver can't let go of what she saw at her father's funeral. She swears she saw him watching from the tree line the day they put him in the ground.
If she speaks up, she risks being sent back to Arden Ridge permanently. If she stays silent, she remains the only witness to a ghost that's hunting in the dark. And Gabi just became the latest woman to disappear.
Across southeastern Tennessee and into the neighbouring states, women vanish without explanation. They don't stay missing. Somewhere beneath the limestone hills of Karst Valley, a killer has been quietly building his life's work. Each victim carefully chosen. Each one given a name. Each one preserved and displayed for an audience of one.
Now Lucy has to decide what she's more afraid being called crazy again, or being right.
I really like most of the books from this author, there have been a few that have been hit and miss but for the most part I really like them and this one was no exception. What is good about this “series” its not really a series. But there are always appearances from various of our fave Dollhouse characters and this one was no different.
I really liked Lucy and I felt for her… the bad guy was so bad and you can only imagine being told and “proven” to be crazy and not believed and now its all happening again you dont want to say anything just want your life to go back to normal whatever that is… but Lucy is scared for her friend.
I think that the bad guy was insane and insanely good… it really was a creepy AF. The other thing this author doesnt shy away from is killing off characters doesnt always have to be your secondary ones as well… you don’t want the MCs to die but sometimes they do and sometimes you think they are going to … you just never know where she will go with it.
Sara Ennis really does dark thriller well… and this was no exception.
Out of this series this was definitely a favourite for me.
Overall, I highly recommend to people who like the series or the author But if you are new to either then you can actually jump in right here and enjoy it.
Thank you to NetGalley, Xpresso Book Tours and the author for an advanced copy for an honest review.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
That Carver Girl is a dark, deeply atmospheric thriller that pulls you straight into the uneasy quiet of rural Tennessee, where old accusations cling to the air like mist and the past refuses to stay buried. Lucy Carver returns home after a decade in a psychiatric facility, branded a liar and a monster for insisting her father was a serial killer. Now he’s dead, she’s free—and women are disappearing again.
Lucy is such a compelling narrator, fragile in the ways trauma leaves its mark yet sharp enough to sense when something is terribly wrong. The moment she thinks she sees her father watching from the tree line is chilling, not because it’s supernatural, but because it forces her—and the reader—to question everything she’s been told about her own sanity. That tension between doubt and instinct thrums through the entire novel.
The setting is wonderfully vivid: limestone hills, small‑town whispers, and a darkness that seems to seep up from the ground itself. As the disappearances spread across state lines, the story widens into something far more sinister, revealing a killer whose meticulous, horrifying “work” is described with just enough detail to make your skin crawl without tipping into gratuitousness.
What elevates the book is Lucy’s internal struggle. She’s caught between the fear of being dismissed as “crazy” again and the even greater fear that she might be right. That emotional push‑and‑pull gives the thriller its heartbeat, grounding the twists in something raw and human.
Tense, eerie, and beautifully paced, That Carver Girl is a standout entry in the Komorebi series—haunting, immersive, and impossible to look away from.
With thanks to Sara Ennis, the publisher and netgalley for the ARC
Lucy is such a compelling narrator, fragile in the ways trauma leaves its mark yet sharp enough to sense when something is terribly wrong. The moment she thinks she sees her father watching from the tree line is chilling, not because it’s supernatural, but because it forces her—and the reader—to question everything she’s been told about her own sanity. That tension between doubt and instinct thrums through the entire novel.
The setting is wonderfully vivid: limestone hills, small‑town whispers, and a darkness that seems to seep up from the ground itself. As the disappearances spread across state lines, the story widens into something far more sinister, revealing a killer whose meticulous, horrifying “work” is described with just enough detail to make your skin crawl without tipping into gratuitousness.
What elevates the book is Lucy’s internal struggle. She’s caught between the fear of being dismissed as “crazy” again and the even greater fear that she might be right. That emotional push‑and‑pull gives the thriller its heartbeat, grounding the twists in something raw and human.
Tense, eerie, and beautifully paced, That Carver Girl is a standout entry in the Komorebi series—haunting, immersive, and impossible to look away from.
With thanks to Sara Ennis, the publisher and netgalley for the ARC
July 10, 2026
Huge thanks to Sara Ennis, Xpresso Book Tours and NetGalley for this advanced copy of That Carver Girl. This review is being left voluntarily and all opinions expressed are my own.
Wow this book started like a rocket. I was immediately intrigued from the prologue, which did a great job of setting up Lucy's story. There was also a twist really early on, which already had me gasping. It was incredibly atmospheric throughout.
The author does a great job of painting a picture of the difficult and tense family dynamic. Lucy is a very likeable character and I felt like I was immediately on her side as she tries to recover her life after being in a psychiatric facility for the last decade. As well as trying to find her place in an unfamiliar world, she is also trying to convince herself that she isn't going crazy again.
The book's other pov is truly diabolical - a sadistic serial killer who sees themself as an artist and has curated a gallery of preserved human skins. It was creepy and horrifying to see things from that perspective.
Lucy finds herself torn between wanting to do the right thing and her fear that speaking out might see her institutionalised again. Her story takes on more hope once private investigator Nick arrives, who is the first person to put all of the different elements together.
Like I said, the early twist was really shocking, but from then on I was confident that I knew exactly what was going on. But I could not have been more wrong and an even bigger twist had me completely shook. It turns everything that has happened up until that point upside down.
The ending and the build up to it was incredible cinematic and I was gripped until the last page. An incredible book, and definitely in my hall of fame for 2026 so far.
Wow this book started like a rocket. I was immediately intrigued from the prologue, which did a great job of setting up Lucy's story. There was also a twist really early on, which already had me gasping. It was incredibly atmospheric throughout.
The author does a great job of painting a picture of the difficult and tense family dynamic. Lucy is a very likeable character and I felt like I was immediately on her side as she tries to recover her life after being in a psychiatric facility for the last decade. As well as trying to find her place in an unfamiliar world, she is also trying to convince herself that she isn't going crazy again.
The book's other pov is truly diabolical - a sadistic serial killer who sees themself as an artist and has curated a gallery of preserved human skins. It was creepy and horrifying to see things from that perspective.
Lucy finds herself torn between wanting to do the right thing and her fear that speaking out might see her institutionalised again. Her story takes on more hope once private investigator Nick arrives, who is the first person to put all of the different elements together.
Like I said, the early twist was really shocking, but from then on I was confident that I knew exactly what was going on. But I could not have been more wrong and an even bigger twist had me completely shook. It turns everything that has happened up until that point upside down.
The ending and the build up to it was incredible cinematic and I was gripped until the last page. An incredible book, and definitely in my hall of fame for 2026 so far.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
This is the kind of dark, unsettling thriller that doesn’t just rely on shock — it lingers in that quiet, uncomfortable space where you know something isn’t right… even when everyone around you insists that it is.
At its core, this story taps into something deeply unsettling: what happens when your instincts are screaming at you — but you’re being told, over and over again, that you’re wrong? That slow erosion of trust in yourself becomes just as gripping as the mystery unfolding on the page.
The tension builds in a way that feels almost suffocating at times. There’s a constant undercurrent of dread — subtle, but persistent — that keeps you turning pages, searching for clarity, for confirmation, for something to make it all make sense.
The characters add another layer of depth. You’ve got strength, resilience, and that quiet determination to hold onto what feels true… balanced against some truly loathsome, deeply unsettling personalities that make your skin crawl in the best way.
What really sets this apart, though, is the added multimedia element — the artwork and killer’s gallery notes. It’s such a unique touch, and it doesn’t just complement the story, it enhances it. It pulls you deeper into the world, giving you a more visceral sense of the depravity at the heart of it all.
If you’ve been following Komorebi Serial Killers, this is a standout addition that absolutely delivers on the tone and tension the series is known for.
Fast-paced, immersive, and unsettling. This is one you’ll fly through… even as part of you wants to look away.
Thank you NetGalley for the opportunity and the ARC.
At its core, this story taps into something deeply unsettling: what happens when your instincts are screaming at you — but you’re being told, over and over again, that you’re wrong? That slow erosion of trust in yourself becomes just as gripping as the mystery unfolding on the page.
The tension builds in a way that feels almost suffocating at times. There’s a constant undercurrent of dread — subtle, but persistent — that keeps you turning pages, searching for clarity, for confirmation, for something to make it all make sense.
The characters add another layer of depth. You’ve got strength, resilience, and that quiet determination to hold onto what feels true… balanced against some truly loathsome, deeply unsettling personalities that make your skin crawl in the best way.
What really sets this apart, though, is the added multimedia element — the artwork and killer’s gallery notes. It’s such a unique touch, and it doesn’t just complement the story, it enhances it. It pulls you deeper into the world, giving you a more visceral sense of the depravity at the heart of it all.
If you’ve been following Komorebi Serial Killers, this is a standout addition that absolutely delivers on the tone and tension the series is known for.
Fast-paced, immersive, and unsettling. This is one you’ll fly through… even as part of you wants to look away.
Thank you NetGalley for the opportunity and the ARC.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
One of the best, freshest and most original premises I can remember in a killer thriller for quite a while…
Lucy Carver spent the last ten years in a psychiatric institution.
She was in there as she was convinced her dad was a murderer.
No one believed her or witnessed the things she claimed to have seen.
She’s out now, just in time for his funeral.
She still sees him, and women are still disappearing.
This grabs you by the throat…
Brilliantly structured, we get chapters from Lucy’s perspective, the killer’s perspective, we get the killer’s gallery notes and images of the artwork he is creating using human skin.
…and doesn’t let go.
Lucy is a great character, sensitively written, damaged yet resilient. Eager to try to get on with her life while adapting to her new normal. There’s a twisted creative performative element to the killer’s plan, reminiscent of The Silence Of The Lambs or The Butterfly Garden. There’s also a generational depth of hidden secrets like The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo.
This is a dark book. There’s pain on the page. If I say the torture scenes are exquisitely written does that make me sick in the head or the intended audience? A reader who appreciates truly dark thrillers without crying about them, a real ‘Ennis Menace’.
Definitely recommend if you like dark and deep. That Carver Girl is up there with Sara Ennis’s very best.
Thanks to Netgalley and Xpresso Book Tours
Lucy Carver spent the last ten years in a psychiatric institution.
She was in there as she was convinced her dad was a murderer.
No one believed her or witnessed the things she claimed to have seen.
She’s out now, just in time for his funeral.
She still sees him, and women are still disappearing.
This grabs you by the throat…
Brilliantly structured, we get chapters from Lucy’s perspective, the killer’s perspective, we get the killer’s gallery notes and images of the artwork he is creating using human skin.
…and doesn’t let go.
Lucy is a great character, sensitively written, damaged yet resilient. Eager to try to get on with her life while adapting to her new normal. There’s a twisted creative performative element to the killer’s plan, reminiscent of The Silence Of The Lambs or The Butterfly Garden. There’s also a generational depth of hidden secrets like The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo.
This is a dark book. There’s pain on the page. If I say the torture scenes are exquisitely written does that make me sick in the head or the intended audience? A reader who appreciates truly dark thrillers without crying about them, a real ‘Ennis Menace’.
Definitely recommend if you like dark and deep. That Carver Girl is up there with Sara Ennis’s very best.
Thanks to Netgalley and Xpresso Book Tours
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
★★★★½ for The Carver Girl
This book absolutely messed with my head in the best way possible. Even though this is book 8 in the series, I had only read books one and two beforehand, and I honestly never felt lost jumping back in. The story picked up exactly where I needed it to, and Sara Ennis did a great job making everything easy to follow without feeling like I missed all the books in between.
This is a dark, unsettling psychological thriller that keeps you questioning everything. Lucy’s story was incredibly disturbing and heartbreaking at the same time. Growing up, she swears she repeatedly saw her father carrying what looked like a woman’s body in a bag — not once, not twice, but three separate times. But instead of anyone believing her, her family convinces everyone that she’s unstable, eventually leading to her being institutionalized for ten years.
When Lucy finally returns home for her father’s funeral, you think maybe the nightmare is over… but that’s when things really start spiraling. The tension, paranoia, and psychological mind games throughout this story were so well done. I constantly questioned who was telling the truth and what was actually happening.
This book is definitely dark and heavy at times, so check trigger warnings, but if you love twisted psychological thrillers that keep you uncomfortable and guessing until the very end, this one delivers. Sara Ennis absolutely pulled me into Lucy’s world and did not let go.
This book absolutely messed with my head in the best way possible. Even though this is book 8 in the series, I had only read books one and two beforehand, and I honestly never felt lost jumping back in. The story picked up exactly where I needed it to, and Sara Ennis did a great job making everything easy to follow without feeling like I missed all the books in between.
This is a dark, unsettling psychological thriller that keeps you questioning everything. Lucy’s story was incredibly disturbing and heartbreaking at the same time. Growing up, she swears she repeatedly saw her father carrying what looked like a woman’s body in a bag — not once, not twice, but three separate times. But instead of anyone believing her, her family convinces everyone that she’s unstable, eventually leading to her being institutionalized for ten years.
When Lucy finally returns home for her father’s funeral, you think maybe the nightmare is over… but that’s when things really start spiraling. The tension, paranoia, and psychological mind games throughout this story were so well done. I constantly questioned who was telling the truth and what was actually happening.
This book is definitely dark and heavy at times, so check trigger warnings, but if you love twisted psychological thrillers that keep you uncomfortable and guessing until the very end, this one delivers. Sara Ennis absolutely pulled me into Lucy’s world and did not let go.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
This book is DARK. Like, check-the-trigger-warnings dark. There are some graphic descriptions throughout, and it definitely isn't a thriller for the squeamish.
What worked best for me was Lucy. My heart absolutely broke for her. Imagine spending years being told you're crazy, only to start questioning whether the nightmare is happening all over again. I was fully invested in her story and rooting for her the entire time. The book is told through two POVs, and while they aren't labeled, the voices were distinct enough that I never struggled to tell who was narrating. I actually thought that was handled really well. There are also illustrations scattered throughout the book. At first I wasn't sure how I felt about them, but the notes and details that accompanied them added another layer to the villain and made the overall story feel even more unsettling. That said, while I enjoyed it and found it incredibly compelling, I wasn't quite at the 5-star level that so many other readers seem to be. I kept reading, I cared about what happened, and I was definitely uncomfortable in all the ways the author intended, but I never quite reached that "OMG this is amazing" feeling. If you love psychological thrillers that are dark, twisted, disturbing, and constantly make you question what's real, this one absolutely delivers.
What worked best for me was Lucy. My heart absolutely broke for her. Imagine spending years being told you're crazy, only to start questioning whether the nightmare is happening all over again. I was fully invested in her story and rooting for her the entire time. The book is told through two POVs, and while they aren't labeled, the voices were distinct enough that I never struggled to tell who was narrating. I actually thought that was handled really well. There are also illustrations scattered throughout the book. At first I wasn't sure how I felt about them, but the notes and details that accompanied them added another layer to the villain and made the overall story feel even more unsettling. That said, while I enjoyed it and found it incredibly compelling, I wasn't quite at the 5-star level that so many other readers seem to be. I kept reading, I cared about what happened, and I was definitely uncomfortable in all the ways the author intended, but I never quite reached that "OMG this is amazing" feeling. If you love psychological thrillers that are dark, twisted, disturbing, and constantly make you question what's real, this one absolutely delivers.
Review of advance copy received from Author
4.5 ⭐️
Thank you to Sara Ennis for trusting me with an Advanced readers copy of That Carver girl
I love this authors work so much, this is my 5th book by her and it did not disappoint.
It was Dark, unsettling and kept me on the edge of my seat from the beginning. I was up and down confused about the father being able to change so drastically when referring to his daughter but then being able to be so successful in his business AND his deeply dark extra curricular activities but this POV was absolutely unhinged and I was here for it, obviously all wasn’t what it seemed.
The cave setting gave the story an extra creepy factor as they are a bit of a fear of mine, it was so well done, I was utterly unsettled. You could feel the extra danger in the descriptions and you could feel the despair and panic of the characters in the later chapters, I couldn’t put it down after reaching the 60% point.
There was shock and sadness and redemption for the FMC.
My only minor gripe that didn’t quite make it to 5 stars would be there was a little bit of repetitiveness in the middle to where I felt a little lack of urgency to find the girl.
Overall though it was SO good, so dark, so thrilling, in my opinion Sara did an amazing job, she said she felt like she was putting people off on a rollercoaster giving this one out and she wasn’t wrong. Great work 👏🏻
Thank you to Sara Ennis for trusting me with an Advanced readers copy of That Carver girl
I love this authors work so much, this is my 5th book by her and it did not disappoint.
It was Dark, unsettling and kept me on the edge of my seat from the beginning. I was up and down confused about the father being able to change so drastically when referring to his daughter but then being able to be so successful in his business AND his deeply dark extra curricular activities but this POV was absolutely unhinged and I was here for it, obviously all wasn’t what it seemed.
The cave setting gave the story an extra creepy factor as they are a bit of a fear of mine, it was so well done, I was utterly unsettled. You could feel the extra danger in the descriptions and you could feel the despair and panic of the characters in the later chapters, I couldn’t put it down after reaching the 60% point.
There was shock and sadness and redemption for the FMC.
My only minor gripe that didn’t quite make it to 5 stars would be there was a little bit of repetitiveness in the middle to where I felt a little lack of urgency to find the girl.
Overall though it was SO good, so dark, so thrilling, in my opinion Sara did an amazing job, she said she felt like she was putting people off on a rollercoaster giving this one out and she wasn’t wrong. Great work 👏🏻
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
Review of advance copy received from Author
I went into this book blind, without knowing anything about it except the title, and that Sara Ennis wrote it, so I already knew going in that it was going to be awesome based on that fact alone.
This book keeps you guessing the entire way through. You always kind of have an inkling. or a guess, of what's going on, but you're never right, and at the end you're like "GAH! OF COURSE!". I did suspect a few things but I never fully put it all together. (That's the genius of Sara Ennis!)
I do love when a serial killer has a 'theme', and this book certainly provided on that front! I won't say what the 'theme' was, but I will say, I would have loved to know how the serial killer came to be the way they were. Why did they do things the way they did, you know? An epilogue chapter into their past to see how that developed would have been fascinating.
I want to say SO MUCH about this book, but I'm restraining myself because I don't want to give away any spoilers! Ahhh!!!
This book is one of Ms. Ennis's BEST books though, it's right up there with The Dollhouse!! You don't want to miss this one!!
This book keeps you guessing the entire way through. You always kind of have an inkling. or a guess, of what's going on, but you're never right, and at the end you're like "GAH! OF COURSE!". I did suspect a few things but I never fully put it all together. (That's the genius of Sara Ennis!)
I do love when a serial killer has a 'theme', and this book certainly provided on that front! I won't say what the 'theme' was, but I will say, I would have loved to know how the serial killer came to be the way they were. Why did they do things the way they did, you know? An epilogue chapter into their past to see how that developed would have been fascinating.
I want to say SO MUCH about this book, but I'm restraining myself because I don't want to give away any spoilers! Ahhh!!!
This book is one of Ms. Ennis's BEST books though, it's right up there with The Dollhouse!! You don't want to miss this one!!
June 29, 2026
I absolutely loved That Carver Girl by Sara Ennis. She always gives the fast pace of Frieda McFadden with the psychological depth of Lucinda Berry.
I’ve been a fan since The Dollhouse. It has always held a special spot in my heart. I think it’s because it was my first by her. However, this one might have officially taken the top spot.
The pacing is nonstop in the best way. Short, sharp chapters and constant cliffhangers make it impossible to put down. The way she structured this book compared to previous books is just on a whole different level. The shifts between the main perspective and the antagonist’s perspective kept me guessing until the end.. wrongly I might add.
What really sets this apart is how intentional the darker elements feel. Yes, it’s disturbing at times, but never for shock value alone. Even the most unsettling details are tied directly to character depth and motivation.
If you like psychological thrillers with fast pacing and strong character depth, this is it. I’d recommend it to fans of Paige Dearth, Lucinda Berry, and Freida McFadden.
I’ve been a fan since The Dollhouse. It has always held a special spot in my heart. I think it’s because it was my first by her. However, this one might have officially taken the top spot.
The pacing is nonstop in the best way. Short, sharp chapters and constant cliffhangers make it impossible to put down. The way she structured this book compared to previous books is just on a whole different level. The shifts between the main perspective and the antagonist’s perspective kept me guessing until the end.. wrongly I might add.
What really sets this apart is how intentional the darker elements feel. Yes, it’s disturbing at times, but never for shock value alone. Even the most unsettling details are tied directly to character depth and motivation.
If you like psychological thrillers with fast pacing and strong character depth, this is it. I’d recommend it to fans of Paige Dearth, Lucinda Berry, and Freida McFadden.
Review of advance copy received from Author
This one stands out.
That Carver Girl isn’t your typical thriller. The storyline feels completely its own, and that’s what pulled me in right away. From the first few pages, there’s this unsettling hook that just grabs you and doesn’t loosen its grip. It’s quite twisted, dark and unique and that’s why I loved it!
The concept itself is seriously twisted in the best way. As the story unfolds, it keeps taking darker turns without ever feeling predictable. Every layer adds something more disturbing, more intriguing, and it kept me wanting to see just how far it would go.
Lucy’s situation adds to that tension so well. You’re constantly balancing between what’s real and what might not be, and that uncertainty keeps the momentum going the entire time.
Overall, this was one of those reads that felt different from anything else I’ve picked up lately. Unique, unsettling, and completely addictive from start to finish.
That Carver Girl isn’t your typical thriller. The storyline feels completely its own, and that’s what pulled me in right away. From the first few pages, there’s this unsettling hook that just grabs you and doesn’t loosen its grip. It’s quite twisted, dark and unique and that’s why I loved it!
The concept itself is seriously twisted in the best way. As the story unfolds, it keeps taking darker turns without ever feeling predictable. Every layer adds something more disturbing, more intriguing, and it kept me wanting to see just how far it would go.
Lucy’s situation adds to that tension so well. You’re constantly balancing between what’s real and what might not be, and that uncertainty keeps the momentum going the entire time.
Overall, this was one of those reads that felt different from anything else I’ve picked up lately. Unique, unsettling, and completely addictive from start to finish.
May 8, 2026
3.75⭐️ - I didn’t check before reading this to see if it was part of a series or not and only found out after I started reading but soon realized it didn’t effect the plot for me. I loved getting three POVs in this, Lucy, the killer, and a private investigator. The way people treated Lucy in this book was terrible but well written, they think she’s crazy and you can see how it effects her in her pov chapters by how she reacts to certain information. I liked the perspective of the killer because you get in his twisted mind and also get to see picture of his “art” exhibits (so i recommend reading not listening) which was cool in a creepy way. Nick, the PI, was added in part of the way through the book and you got to see how his mind worked to figure things out and how he became protective of Lucy because of how everyone treated her. Overall I think this was well written and had a really good plot
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
IF YOU LIKE CRIMINAL MINDS, YOU WILL EAT THIS BOOK UP!!
Dare I say this story is about on the same level as a Freida McFadden thriller. It started out with Lucy coming home for her father’s funeral and everyone acting strangely around her. We get more of the explanation behind that and her time away further into the book. The more I read, the more messed up it all became and I don’t mean that in a bad way. I thought I had it figured out and was just waiting for everyone else to catch up, but it turns out, I was just as shocked as the characters when that plot twist dropped. This was fast-paced, intriguing, twisted, and downright jaw-dropping. Definitely recommend!
I received an ARC copy of this soon to be released mystery/thriller so of course there were some typos, grammatical and punctuation errors, and formatting issues that did NOT factor into my rating. It’s purely based on the story.
Dare I say this story is about on the same level as a Freida McFadden thriller. It started out with Lucy coming home for her father’s funeral and everyone acting strangely around her. We get more of the explanation behind that and her time away further into the book. The more I read, the more messed up it all became and I don’t mean that in a bad way. I thought I had it figured out and was just waiting for everyone else to catch up, but it turns out, I was just as shocked as the characters when that plot twist dropped. This was fast-paced, intriguing, twisted, and downright jaw-dropping. Definitely recommend!
I received an ARC copy of this soon to be released mystery/thriller so of course there were some typos, grammatical and punctuation errors, and formatting issues that did NOT factor into my rating. It’s purely based on the story.
Review of advance copy received from Author
I just want to start this off by saying this author has an absolutely brilliant mind when it comes to writing. I am completely obsessed with how dark her books are. Honestly, I don’t know what that says about me, but they are pure freaking genius. I seriously cannot get enough of this author’s twisted, dark stories. She has easily become one of my favorite authors.
With every book I’ve read by her, you don’t just read the story, you become one of the characters. You feel every moment, every emotion, and every disturbing twist right alongside them. Her writing pulls you in so deeply that it’s impossible to look away.
I’m always terrified of accidentally giving spoilers when reviewing thrillers, so I’m going to stop there before I ruin anything. But overall, GO GRAB ALL OF THIS AUTHOR’S BOOKS. I promise, if you love dark thrillers with jaw-dropping twists, this author is an absolute auto-buy.
Thank you to the author, publisher, and BookFunnel for the ARC!
With every book I’ve read by her, you don’t just read the story, you become one of the characters. You feel every moment, every emotion, and every disturbing twist right alongside them. Her writing pulls you in so deeply that it’s impossible to look away.
I’m always terrified of accidentally giving spoilers when reviewing thrillers, so I’m going to stop there before I ruin anything. But overall, GO GRAB ALL OF THIS AUTHOR’S BOOKS. I promise, if you love dark thrillers with jaw-dropping twists, this author is an absolute auto-buy.
Thank you to the author, publisher, and BookFunnel for the ARC!
June 29, 2026
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ **5 Stars**
**WOW. What a ride.**
This book was unsettling, creepy, disturbing... and completely addictive.
I made the mistake of starting with the audiobook, and honestly, it just wasn't working for me. I couldn't connect with the story, and I almost gave up on it. Then I picked up the physical book where I had left off...
**Game changer.**
Once I started reading it, I couldn't put it down. Every chapter pulled me in deeper, and I had to know how it was all going to end. It was dark, gripping, and had me hooked from the moment I switched formats.
This was my first book by this author, and it definitely won't be my last.
One piece of advice: **skip the audiobook and read the physical book instead.** For me, it made all the difference.
If you enjoy creepy, unsettling thrillers that keep you glued to the pages, this one is absolutely worth the read.
**WOW. What a ride.**
This book was unsettling, creepy, disturbing... and completely addictive.
I made the mistake of starting with the audiobook, and honestly, it just wasn't working for me. I couldn't connect with the story, and I almost gave up on it. Then I picked up the physical book where I had left off...
**Game changer.**
Once I started reading it, I couldn't put it down. Every chapter pulled me in deeper, and I had to know how it was all going to end. It was dark, gripping, and had me hooked from the moment I switched formats.
This was my first book by this author, and it definitely won't be my last.
One piece of advice: **skip the audiobook and read the physical book instead.** For me, it made all the difference.
If you enjoy creepy, unsettling thrillers that keep you glued to the pages, this one is absolutely worth the read.
Review of advance copy received from Author
*I was provided an ARC by the author. All opinions are my own.*
"She spent ten years in a psychiatric facility for accusing her father of being a serial killer. Now he's dead, she's home... and women are disappearing again."
Lucy Carver is our main character, and I really liked her. She is smart and strong, but so damaged and so vulnerable.
This book is written so well - the pacing is spot-on, the characters are believable, and the twists are so sharp.
The feels are claustrophic, the story is dark, and there are many horror elements as well.
This is a fantastic psychological thriller that I could not put down. Gripping pulse-pounding, with so many twists and turns!!
○○ Be aware of triggers: gore, assault, mental illness ○○
4.5 🌟
📚 RELEASES ON JUNE 18, 2026 📚
"She spent ten years in a psychiatric facility for accusing her father of being a serial killer. Now he's dead, she's home... and women are disappearing again."
Lucy Carver is our main character, and I really liked her. She is smart and strong, but so damaged and so vulnerable.
This book is written so well - the pacing is spot-on, the characters are believable, and the twists are so sharp.
The feels are claustrophic, the story is dark, and there are many horror elements as well.
This is a fantastic psychological thriller that I could not put down. Gripping pulse-pounding, with so many twists and turns!!
○○ Be aware of triggers: gore, assault, mental illness ○○
4.5 🌟
📚 RELEASES ON JUNE 18, 2026 📚
Review of advance copy received from Author
Wow!! So I think this might be my favorite Sara book, and I have now read them all!!
I received an arc that was beautifully done, there are even pictures!! The story moved along very nicely, and we jumped right in which I love. I couldn't read this fast enough, the twist!! Got me!! I also really liked a character in the book that connects with the MC. No spoilers but she was awesome! Loved having Nick and Angel in the book and a little of Peter too!!
This may be one of those books you wish you could read again for the first time.
This book is in the Komorebi universe but it is a stand alone so you can read it whenever you want, it doesn't have to be in any order.
Thank you so much Sara Ennis for my ARC and I love the way you signed it too!! I am all out of your books, I have read them all, so I hope you are busy writing more....lol
I received an arc that was beautifully done, there are even pictures!! The story moved along very nicely, and we jumped right in which I love. I couldn't read this fast enough, the twist!! Got me!! I also really liked a character in the book that connects with the MC. No spoilers but she was awesome! Loved having Nick and Angel in the book and a little of Peter too!!
This may be one of those books you wish you could read again for the first time.
This book is in the Komorebi universe but it is a stand alone so you can read it whenever you want, it doesn't have to be in any order.
Thank you so much Sara Ennis for my ARC and I love the way you signed it too!! I am all out of your books, I have read them all, so I hope you are busy writing more....lol
July 25, 2026
When Ms. Ennis started talking about That Carver Girl being the best thing she'd ever written, I just knew she had to be mistaken. Everyone knows that The Dollhouse is her best work ever. Then I read That Carver Girl. Now I'm not so sure. This story is gripping, dark, depraved, encouraging, uplifting, and addictive. You will find yourself reciting The Voracious Reader's Mantra. You know, the one that says just one more chapter and I'll put it down. It's never just one more chapter, but that's ok. That Carver Girl is worth all the lost sleep. Make sure you check it out as soon as possible. I received a review copy from the author at my request, and this review reflects my honest and voluntary opinion.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
How deliciously macabre! But this is not for the squeamish given there are some illustrations between most chapters. While someone might think these gratuitous, the notes that were included gave a depth of character to the villain. It gave me “Silence of the Lambs” vibes but since it is one of my favorite movies, this worked for me! The story captured me in the first couple sentences and didn’t let go. It is told in 2 different POV’s and while they are not labelled, their distinct voices made the character easy to identify. This is the first book I have read by this author and I am off to read her entire back list. Can’t wait!
Review of advance copy received from Author
This is the first ARC I have ever received! I consumed it in a day!
I love this author, and every book she writes keeps me guessing until the very end. I devour her novels the way I savor a favorite dessert—unable to put them down and always wanting more. This book was no exception.
While the artist and stage-performance theme wasn’t a personal favorite, it didn’t detract from the story in the slightest. The suspense was expertly crafted, and the constant need to know what would happen next kept me turning pages late into the night. Another captivating and thoroughly enjoyable read from an author who never disappoints.
I love this author, and every book she writes keeps me guessing until the very end. I devour her novels the way I savor a favorite dessert—unable to put them down and always wanting more. This book was no exception.
While the artist and stage-performance theme wasn’t a personal favorite, it didn’t detract from the story in the slightest. The suspense was expertly crafted, and the constant need to know what would happen next kept me turning pages late into the night. Another captivating and thoroughly enjoyable read from an author who never disappoints.
June 22, 2026
What an absolute gem...
As always with Sara's books, I'm horrified, but also turning pages faster than should be humanly possible.
The characters, the story, even the dog, were all just perfectly written... Jumping off the page into my brain...
I always worry a bit for Sara, or maybe her family... Some of the stories that come from Sara's imagination are frightening. Read everything you can of hers and you'll understand why I say this.
I have not read a book that I have not absolutely devoured.
I'm not going to say too much, as I don't want to spoil it for anyone... What I will say is... Read this, highly recommended.
As always with Sara's books, I'm horrified, but also turning pages faster than should be humanly possible.
The characters, the story, even the dog, were all just perfectly written... Jumping off the page into my brain...
I always worry a bit for Sara, or maybe her family... Some of the stories that come from Sara's imagination are frightening. Read everything you can of hers and you'll understand why I say this.
I have not read a book that I have not absolutely devoured.
I'm not going to say too much, as I don't want to spoil it for anyone... What I will say is... Read this, highly recommended.
August 9, 2026
This is my favorite book so far this year. Hooked me right from the beginning. I loved the dark and twisted plot, and I loved how Ennis switched the POV for the chapters. This is my first Ennis book, so I just ordered The Dollhouse and can't wait to read more of her work. One thing that drove me crazy, though, were the many many many typos. As an English teacher and wanna-be-writer myself, I notice these things. I just wanted the book to be more polished--the excellent plot and great characters deserved that. Still give it five stars. I thoroughly enjoyed it.
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