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A new town, a new life, and a new home―with an absolutely chilling lakefront view. Two months a widow, Mallory Dent has made the impulsive decision to pack up and move on. In remote McNamara, nestled in the northern mountains, she can escape her grief, guilt, and pain. But the day Mallory arrives, death follows her, lapping just outside her door. A woman’s body is found floating in Loss Lake―and it’s not the first death on these shores. Locals talk about a monster in the depths with an almost disturbing reverence. Sergeant Joel Benson understands Mallory’s unease. Years ago, his own brother was killed in the home Mallory now owns. But that was just a tragic accident. Wasn’t it? The more Mallory investigates, the more fearful she becomes. Maybe there are monsters in McNamara. Maybe some have followed her there. As a winter storm bears down, the refuge Mallory sought has become a trap. It’s time to face her past, the secrets behind the town’s friendly faces, and a reckoning that will shatter the eerie, icy calm of Loss Lake.
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First published November 10, 2020
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December 6, 2020
Atmospheric and haunting. Claustrophobic and tense. Amber Cowie’s descriptive storytelling completely immersed me in this chilling and isolating tale. Mallery is a forty-year-old recent widow who needs a new start. So she packs up her belongings and heads to an isolated small town in nowhere Canada. On her first day in town a body is found on her property in the lake. The timing makes Mallory the number one suspect, but come to find out this is not the lake’s first victim. There have been several deaths on the lake throughout the years and there is a legend in the town that there is a monster in the lake. So is there some truth behind the legend? Or is something even more sinister going on in this small town?
This book kept me on edge and reading through the night. It is a slower paced character driven story, but wow was it tense! Mallery is an unreliable narrator which made the story even more chilling. The small town was quirky and erie as well as its residence. Everyone in the town was so friendly, but I trusted nobody. The ending took me completely by surprise... and that Final sentence... wow!
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This book kept me on edge and reading through the night. It is a slower paced character driven story, but wow was it tense! Mallery is an unreliable narrator which made the story even more chilling. The small town was quirky and erie as well as its residence. Everyone in the town was so friendly, but I trusted nobody. The ending took me completely by surprise... and that Final sentence... wow!
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*** Big thank you to Lake Union for my gifted copy of this book. All opinions are my own. ***
January 5, 2021
Loss Lake by Amber Cowie is an atmospheric drama set in the Northern mountains of British Columbia. Mallory Dent, recently widowed, has relocated from the big city and bought a house in a small town, in the hope of leaving her grief behind. The house is on the shore of Loss Lake, a body of water which the townspeople seem to fear and respect because several people have suspiciously lost their lives there. There is a feeling of dread which increases chapter after chapter. Just when you think you have figured out what is going on, the story changes direction and creates more tension. Nothing is as it seems. Loss Lake is one of those books that takes the reader for a quiet yet frightening ride, revealing glimpses here and there and leaving you holding your breath as you turn the pages. You will never guess what will come next. Amber Cowie has written an outstanding thriller and I look forward to reading more of her books. Highly recommended. Thank you to Lake Union Publishing, NetGalley and the author for the e-ARC in exchange for an honest review.
November 11, 2020
3.5 stars
Solid thriller. It's creepy throughout because you don't know what is true and what isn't. Is the monster real, or is it a manifestation of the evil inside of people? Difficult to tell for sure. Just one of the things that make this book so intriguing and thought provoking.
I liked the way the mystery is laid out deliberately, however the final chapters get very convoluted with the character connections and who is related to who and how that plays out with what happens to them. I found myself a bit lost trying to piece everything together in my mind.
And the ending...wow...I can't say much without giving things away, I didn't really like it personally, but props to the author for going that direction. It's definitely unexpected and could be great fodder for discussion. I can see this being an excellent choice for mystery book clubs, because there is a lot here to unpack and discuss.
I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book, all opinions are my own.
Solid thriller. It's creepy throughout because you don't know what is true and what isn't. Is the monster real, or is it a manifestation of the evil inside of people? Difficult to tell for sure. Just one of the things that make this book so intriguing and thought provoking.
I liked the way the mystery is laid out deliberately, however the final chapters get very convoluted with the character connections and who is related to who and how that plays out with what happens to them. I found myself a bit lost trying to piece everything together in my mind.
And the ending...wow...I can't say much without giving things away, I didn't really like it personally, but props to the author for going that direction. It's definitely unexpected and could be great fodder for discussion. I can see this being an excellent choice for mystery book clubs, because there is a lot here to unpack and discuss.
I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book, all opinions are my own.
November 1, 2020
An atmospheric setting, an urban myth, new beginnings and unspoken dark secrets all form part of Amber Cowie’s latest mystery, LOSS LAKE. I knew I was in for a treat as soon as Mallory arrives in her recently purchased log cabin on the shores of the eerie lake that forms such an integral part of the story. There is usually an ember of truth in every urban myth, so what really lies behind the story of the monster of Loss Lake?
Mallory, a widow at forty, has set out to make a new start in the small town of McNamara, in a cabin in the woods purchased with the money that came to her from the untimely death of her husband Graham. We soon find out that behind her grief lie other emotions, but Mallory – like the small town of McNamara – likes to hold her secrets close to her heart. She is shocked to find out that a man died in a terrible hunting accident right in the front room of her little house, a tragedy that seems to be linked to other untimely deaths the small town has witnessed since the dam rupture that originally formed the lake. Mallory is a nurse, and her scientific brain doesn’t believe in monsters. But will her curiosity and determination to find out the truth put her in danger? Or will it threaten to reveal some of her own tightly guarded secrets?
I loved both the atmospheric setting as well as Mallory’s unreliable narration, and both kept me frantically turning the pages. Most of all, Cowie’s writing beautifully evoked the landscape, the autumn woods, the eerie lake, the little cabin nestled amidst the wilderness. I wondered how long it would take for ill-prepared city girl Mallory to get into trouble here, and didn’t have to wait long. There wasn’t really anything supernatural going on here, but the remote setting and the lonely cabin’s dark history themselves created an aura of vulnerability around Mallory that made me shiver.
Cowie knows just the right time to reveal her clues, and I really appreciated the constant ambivalent feelings of empathy and distrust it created towards the main character. With a finale that was utterly unpredictable and yet somehow fitting, the book managed to get in a final stab of surprise that will make it stick in my mind as much as the images of the eerie lake it had created.
In summary, if you enjoy slow burning, character driven mysteries revolving around small town secrets and featuring a remote, atmospheric setting, then LOSS LAKE should definitely be on your list. I really enjoyed Cowie’s writing style and look forward to reading her other novels.
Thank you to Netgalley and Lake Union Publishing for the free electronic copy of this novel and for giving me the opportunity to provide an honest review.
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Mallory, a widow at forty, has set out to make a new start in the small town of McNamara, in a cabin in the woods purchased with the money that came to her from the untimely death of her husband Graham. We soon find out that behind her grief lie other emotions, but Mallory – like the small town of McNamara – likes to hold her secrets close to her heart. She is shocked to find out that a man died in a terrible hunting accident right in the front room of her little house, a tragedy that seems to be linked to other untimely deaths the small town has witnessed since the dam rupture that originally formed the lake. Mallory is a nurse, and her scientific brain doesn’t believe in monsters. But will her curiosity and determination to find out the truth put her in danger? Or will it threaten to reveal some of her own tightly guarded secrets?
I loved both the atmospheric setting as well as Mallory’s unreliable narration, and both kept me frantically turning the pages. Most of all, Cowie’s writing beautifully evoked the landscape, the autumn woods, the eerie lake, the little cabin nestled amidst the wilderness. I wondered how long it would take for ill-prepared city girl Mallory to get into trouble here, and didn’t have to wait long. There wasn’t really anything supernatural going on here, but the remote setting and the lonely cabin’s dark history themselves created an aura of vulnerability around Mallory that made me shiver.
Cowie knows just the right time to reveal her clues, and I really appreciated the constant ambivalent feelings of empathy and distrust it created towards the main character. With a finale that was utterly unpredictable and yet somehow fitting, the book managed to get in a final stab of surprise that will make it stick in my mind as much as the images of the eerie lake it had created.
In summary, if you enjoy slow burning, character driven mysteries revolving around small town secrets and featuring a remote, atmospheric setting, then LOSS LAKE should definitely be on your list. I really enjoyed Cowie’s writing style and look forward to reading her other novels.
Thank you to Netgalley and Lake Union Publishing for the free electronic copy of this novel and for giving me the opportunity to provide an honest review.
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December 7, 2020
3.5★s
Loss Lake is the third novel by American author Amber Cowie. Barely two months after the death of her husband, and against the well-meaning advice of friends and family, Mallory makes the long trek from Vancouver to the lakeside cottage she has bought in a small north-western Canada town. A nurse, Mallory gave up work to nurse her ailing husband for the year preceding his passing, and once Graham had gone, she couldn’t stay in the house associated with so many painful memories.
Everything about McNamara seemed welcoming from the photos the realtor sent, and this is reinforced when she arrives, even moreso when she finds her cottage: it feels right. But she’s not even unpacked a box before Sergeant Joel Benson is at her door telling her of a drowning: an unknown woman has accessed Loss Lake from her shore and perished.
Loss Lake formed incidentally when the wall of the Turner dam failed one October forty-six years earlier and filled the valley, killing one resident at the time, and since then, several October deaths have led to a local “monster of the lake” legend. Benson warns Mallory the waters can be deceptive.
Despite learning that one of those deaths occurred inside her own cottage, Mallory is made so welcome that she quickly begins to feel part of the town, even if not all of those she meets are quite sincere. Several of the townsfolk seem to be quite convinced of the monster’s existence, believing “something like ‘a reckoning’ from the water itself, a judgment and condemnation…. Could the monster below be serving as the executor of the unjust?”
But satisfying her interest in the history of the lake, and this remote, socially-cohesive community, as well revealing to Mallory the tangled web of the townspeople’s convoluted connections and their secrets, puts her at odds with some. She realises that a shooting ruled as accidental may in fact be murder. And when the identity of the drowned woman is revealed, though, Mallory’s reasons for coming to McNamara come under scrutiny. Mallory, too, has secrets.
This starts as a sort of cosy, kind of locked-room, mystery, then morphs into a psychological thriller. Even if Mallory’s somewhat erratic behaviour doesn't initially suggest it, it becomes apparent that she is, perhaps due to grief or other factors, a not-entirely-reliable narrator. The “monster” aspect was unconvincing.
The support characters may strike the reader as a little stereotypical: lots of quirky types in this little tight-knit, insular little place; there seem to be some plot holes; various unresolved aspects as well as a quite bizarre ending give this novel a bit of an unfinished feel. An intriguing premise that doesn’t quite deliver.
This unbiased review is from an uncorrected proof copy provided by NetGalley and Lake Union Publishing.
Loss Lake is the third novel by American author Amber Cowie. Barely two months after the death of her husband, and against the well-meaning advice of friends and family, Mallory makes the long trek from Vancouver to the lakeside cottage she has bought in a small north-western Canada town. A nurse, Mallory gave up work to nurse her ailing husband for the year preceding his passing, and once Graham had gone, she couldn’t stay in the house associated with so many painful memories.
Everything about McNamara seemed welcoming from the photos the realtor sent, and this is reinforced when she arrives, even moreso when she finds her cottage: it feels right. But she’s not even unpacked a box before Sergeant Joel Benson is at her door telling her of a drowning: an unknown woman has accessed Loss Lake from her shore and perished.
Loss Lake formed incidentally when the wall of the Turner dam failed one October forty-six years earlier and filled the valley, killing one resident at the time, and since then, several October deaths have led to a local “monster of the lake” legend. Benson warns Mallory the waters can be deceptive.
Despite learning that one of those deaths occurred inside her own cottage, Mallory is made so welcome that she quickly begins to feel part of the town, even if not all of those she meets are quite sincere. Several of the townsfolk seem to be quite convinced of the monster’s existence, believing “something like ‘a reckoning’ from the water itself, a judgment and condemnation…. Could the monster below be serving as the executor of the unjust?”
But satisfying her interest in the history of the lake, and this remote, socially-cohesive community, as well revealing to Mallory the tangled web of the townspeople’s convoluted connections and their secrets, puts her at odds with some. She realises that a shooting ruled as accidental may in fact be murder. And when the identity of the drowned woman is revealed, though, Mallory’s reasons for coming to McNamara come under scrutiny. Mallory, too, has secrets.
This starts as a sort of cosy, kind of locked-room, mystery, then morphs into a psychological thriller. Even if Mallory’s somewhat erratic behaviour doesn't initially suggest it, it becomes apparent that she is, perhaps due to grief or other factors, a not-entirely-reliable narrator. The “monster” aspect was unconvincing.
The support characters may strike the reader as a little stereotypical: lots of quirky types in this little tight-knit, insular little place; there seem to be some plot holes; various unresolved aspects as well as a quite bizarre ending give this novel a bit of an unfinished feel. An intriguing premise that doesn’t quite deliver.
This unbiased review is from an uncorrected proof copy provided by NetGalley and Lake Union Publishing.
November 10, 2020
If you’re looking for an ideal fall read Loss Lake is it, this one was eerie and unsettling with such ominous undertones, seriously perfect for this time of year.
Mallory is a recent widow who decides to move to Loss Lake for a fresh start. Almost as soon as she arrives a woman’s body is found in the lake and she soon discovers the small town is full of a dark history and the woman’s death is far from the first death in the lake. Creepy stuff, right?! This was a character driven story with such evocative, descriptive and rich writing. It was super atmospheric, the lake was a character of its own and I was truly immersed in the story. The suspense was tense and I just had a feeling of dread the whole time, I’ve read all of Amber Cowie’s books and I’m obsessed with her writing style, she gets better with each book
Mallory is a recent widow who decides to move to Loss Lake for a fresh start. Almost as soon as she arrives a woman’s body is found in the lake and she soon discovers the small town is full of a dark history and the woman’s death is far from the first death in the lake. Creepy stuff, right?! This was a character driven story with such evocative, descriptive and rich writing. It was super atmospheric, the lake was a character of its own and I was truly immersed in the story. The suspense was tense and I just had a feeling of dread the whole time, I’ve read all of Amber Cowie’s books and I’m obsessed with her writing style, she gets better with each book
October 5, 2020
Wonderfully tense and gorgeously disturbing, Loss Lake is richly atmospheric, centering around a much-fabled monster-filled lake and a darkly twisted small town hiding big secrets. Hypnotic and irresistible, you won’t be able to look away. This beautiful, tautly written story is about love and loss, grief and guilt, and how the past always catches up with us.
February 15, 2021
On the surface this seemed exactly like the type of novel that I would enjoy as I love small town mysteries and throw in a lake and I'm sold. I initially enjoyed it but was very disappointed with the latter part of the book. And the ending? If I had known what was coming I would have DNF'd it. It felt like the author just gave up.
November 11, 2020
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LOVED! Amber Cowie returns from her smashing debut Rapid Falls, her followup, Raven Lane and returns with her best yet —LOSS LAKE. There is a monster (s). Is the monster in the lake, or is it within us? Often they are right in front of us.
Superbly written, LOSS LAKE is evocative, dark, deep, chilling, gripping, emotional, and atmospheric— a spellbinding thought-provoking blend of a riveting suspenseful mystery, with elements of mystical, psychological, and literary thriller fiction rolled into one with a Hitchcockian twist!
Forty-year-old Mallory Dent (former nurse) travels 1300 miles north on a new journey and a new chapter in her life. She is leaving all the grief and people behind and moving to a new small town of McNamara. A beautiful remote lakefront home. She senses the lake is awaiting her as much as she has been anticipating her new life.
A recent widow from Vancouver, her husband Graham, recently died with a lingering illness. She had contacted the real estate agency and purchased the small ranch house without seeing it and told herself it was a gift to be reckless for change. It was time she leaves her home and its memories.
However, once she arrived in this small, close-knit rural town with its hardware, real estate, grocery, pub, and families—a place where everyone knows your business. Everyone seemed to be connected or related.
The house is older and built in the mid-60s, and soon after she arrives, she discovers some shocking news. Sergeant Joel Benson (hunk) arrived on her doorstep to inform her someone had drowned. Also, she soon discovers he was killed in her house —a fact she did not recall her real estate agent informing her. Here she is trying to leave her grief and past and now this.
She quickly meets up with several colorful ladies and neighbors. Some friendly, some not. Many of these people seemed angry and did not welcome new people very quickly.
However, the lake has its monsters. Mallory soon learned there were horrors and deaths. Legends of a monster in the lake. The lakefront was picturesque and surrounded by forest, and this Sergeant Joel Benson seemed intriguing and sexy. She is attracted to him for some reason.
His sister Kylie befriends her, and Mallory wants to know more about this town. She continues to hear the talk of the monster in the lake. Seemed these deaths took place in October and started with the flood in 1974. The lake takes those who are evil.
She is not sure she feels safe being here after being a spoiled urbanite and maybe was too hasty to move here. This was supposed to be a place to heal, not to be fearful.
Slowly Mallory realizes things are not right, and everyone seems to be related to one another with something to hide. From the strange requests of hunting on her land to the snow globes and talk of monsters.
If someone were killed in her house, could someone be after her too? She soon learns it was the brother who was killed. After all these years, they have not found the killer? She begins her own investigation.
Now another accident/murder/suicide? However, what is scarier is she knows this person and is the last to see them. She must learn more about the deaths, this town, its history, and the people. However, she puts herself in danger by getting too close. Someone is stalking around her house, and she no longer feels safe. She may uncover more than she wants.
But the question is, who are the monsters? Often the monsters can be right in front us of. Often they are within fighting the battle between good and evil. Out of the characters, you will meet, you must decide who is the killer and why and who is part of the cover-up? The truth is easy to miss when its right in front of us.
In Cowie's skillful hands, this story of obsession, murder, grief, and the search for truth is both a compassionate character study and a compelling psychological mystery thriller.
What I enjoy about Amber's novels that set her apart: her books make you think. That is why I love reading. People may read the same books and have a different takeaway.
I have read many reviews stating they did not like the abrupt ending. I cannot think of any other way to end and thought it was perfection. Is she setting it up for a possible sequel (let's hope) or a future book, or is she leaving you to draw your own conclusion?
I love her settings (I am a nature gal at heart). There is always a hidden meaning with her books, and often the skilled author allows the savvy reader to seek and find the answer or draw a conclusion. A metaphor, symbol, a teaser —she always keeps you guessing.
Her well-developed characters have something to hide. Good stories do not give up their secrets early on. She may not tell you everything, but slowly their demons and inner turmoil are unraveled. The author smoothly mixes red herrings and sprinkles clues. Readers who like a good psychological puzzle will be rewarded.
There are themes of grief, guilt, greed, and loyalty. Something or someone may be weighing them down. The outdoor elements and settings draw you in. Water can be beautiful, but dangerous. The same with people. Good vs. evil. LOSS LAKE would make for an excellent series for the small or widescreen!
MONSTERS: are they part of myth, legend, or monsters within us?
Some characters are seeking absolution, retribution, resolution, and some escaping or hiding their past. Some want to start over, but their past haunts them. Some things can weigh the soul. Some try and protect themselves or others. Our actions or those of others cause consequences.
LOSS LAKE is vivid, symbolic, and full of dark family secrets in this small rural town—the perfect eerie setting for Halloween!
In my opinion, the author's writing moves to a different higher level. Both plot and character-driven, Cowie delivers an addictive, totally unputdownable thriller with an explosive killer jaw-dropping ending. Trust NO one! I highly recommend it if you like sophisticated literary mystery thrillers.
For me, literary mystery thrillers are rich, evocative, lyrical, in-depth characterization, and balanced with emotion, mystery, and wit. They wake up your brain and your heart. These mysteries are more than a typical whodunit. The characters are complex, the storyline intriguing, and the language is rich.
A few authors excel in this category, and my favorites are Randall Silvis, T. Greenwood, Wendy Walker, Karen Katchur, AJ Banner, Christina McDonald, and Amber Cowie. I enjoy literary mystery thrillers. I cannot wait to see what is next from Amber! Fans of Ruth Ware will enjoy this one.
In the meantime, I highly recommend (read my reviews) Rapid Falls, Raven Lane, and check out her fabulous essays, short stories, articles, and blogs on her website. Check out my Q&A with her debut Rapid Falls!
A special thank you to #Lake Union, the author, and #NetGalley for the honor of an advanced reading copy.
#JDCMustReadBooks
LOVED! Amber Cowie returns from her smashing debut Rapid Falls, her followup, Raven Lane and returns with her best yet —LOSS LAKE. There is a monster (s). Is the monster in the lake, or is it within us? Often they are right in front of us.
Superbly written, LOSS LAKE is evocative, dark, deep, chilling, gripping, emotional, and atmospheric— a spellbinding thought-provoking blend of a riveting suspenseful mystery, with elements of mystical, psychological, and literary thriller fiction rolled into one with a Hitchcockian twist!
Forty-year-old Mallory Dent (former nurse) travels 1300 miles north on a new journey and a new chapter in her life. She is leaving all the grief and people behind and moving to a new small town of McNamara. A beautiful remote lakefront home. She senses the lake is awaiting her as much as she has been anticipating her new life.
A recent widow from Vancouver, her husband Graham, recently died with a lingering illness. She had contacted the real estate agency and purchased the small ranch house without seeing it and told herself it was a gift to be reckless for change. It was time she leaves her home and its memories.
However, once she arrived in this small, close-knit rural town with its hardware, real estate, grocery, pub, and families—a place where everyone knows your business. Everyone seemed to be connected or related.
The house is older and built in the mid-60s, and soon after she arrives, she discovers some shocking news. Sergeant Joel Benson (hunk) arrived on her doorstep to inform her someone had drowned. Also, she soon discovers he was killed in her house —a fact she did not recall her real estate agent informing her. Here she is trying to leave her grief and past and now this.
She quickly meets up with several colorful ladies and neighbors. Some friendly, some not. Many of these people seemed angry and did not welcome new people very quickly.
However, the lake has its monsters. Mallory soon learned there were horrors and deaths. Legends of a monster in the lake. The lakefront was picturesque and surrounded by forest, and this Sergeant Joel Benson seemed intriguing and sexy. She is attracted to him for some reason.
His sister Kylie befriends her, and Mallory wants to know more about this town. She continues to hear the talk of the monster in the lake. Seemed these deaths took place in October and started with the flood in 1974. The lake takes those who are evil.
She is not sure she feels safe being here after being a spoiled urbanite and maybe was too hasty to move here. This was supposed to be a place to heal, not to be fearful.
Slowly Mallory realizes things are not right, and everyone seems to be related to one another with something to hide. From the strange requests of hunting on her land to the snow globes and talk of monsters.
If someone were killed in her house, could someone be after her too? She soon learns it was the brother who was killed. After all these years, they have not found the killer? She begins her own investigation.
Now another accident/murder/suicide? However, what is scarier is she knows this person and is the last to see them. She must learn more about the deaths, this town, its history, and the people. However, she puts herself in danger by getting too close. Someone is stalking around her house, and she no longer feels safe. She may uncover more than she wants.
But the question is, who are the monsters? Often the monsters can be right in front us of. Often they are within fighting the battle between good and evil. Out of the characters, you will meet, you must decide who is the killer and why and who is part of the cover-up? The truth is easy to miss when its right in front of us.
In Cowie's skillful hands, this story of obsession, murder, grief, and the search for truth is both a compassionate character study and a compelling psychological mystery thriller.
What I enjoy about Amber's novels that set her apart: her books make you think. That is why I love reading. People may read the same books and have a different takeaway.
I have read many reviews stating they did not like the abrupt ending. I cannot think of any other way to end and thought it was perfection. Is she setting it up for a possible sequel (let's hope) or a future book, or is she leaving you to draw your own conclusion?
I love her settings (I am a nature gal at heart). There is always a hidden meaning with her books, and often the skilled author allows the savvy reader to seek and find the answer or draw a conclusion. A metaphor, symbol, a teaser —she always keeps you guessing.
Her well-developed characters have something to hide. Good stories do not give up their secrets early on. She may not tell you everything, but slowly their demons and inner turmoil are unraveled. The author smoothly mixes red herrings and sprinkles clues. Readers who like a good psychological puzzle will be rewarded.
There are themes of grief, guilt, greed, and loyalty. Something or someone may be weighing them down. The outdoor elements and settings draw you in. Water can be beautiful, but dangerous. The same with people. Good vs. evil. LOSS LAKE would make for an excellent series for the small or widescreen!
MONSTERS: are they part of myth, legend, or monsters within us?
Some characters are seeking absolution, retribution, resolution, and some escaping or hiding their past. Some want to start over, but their past haunts them. Some things can weigh the soul. Some try and protect themselves or others. Our actions or those of others cause consequences.
LOSS LAKE is vivid, symbolic, and full of dark family secrets in this small rural town—the perfect eerie setting for Halloween!
In my opinion, the author's writing moves to a different higher level. Both plot and character-driven, Cowie delivers an addictive, totally unputdownable thriller with an explosive killer jaw-dropping ending. Trust NO one! I highly recommend it if you like sophisticated literary mystery thrillers.
For me, literary mystery thrillers are rich, evocative, lyrical, in-depth characterization, and balanced with emotion, mystery, and wit. They wake up your brain and your heart. These mysteries are more than a typical whodunit. The characters are complex, the storyline intriguing, and the language is rich.
A few authors excel in this category, and my favorites are Randall Silvis, T. Greenwood, Wendy Walker, Karen Katchur, AJ Banner, Christina McDonald, and Amber Cowie. I enjoy literary mystery thrillers. I cannot wait to see what is next from Amber! Fans of Ruth Ware will enjoy this one.
In the meantime, I highly recommend (read my reviews) Rapid Falls, Raven Lane, and check out her fabulous essays, short stories, articles, and blogs on her website. Check out my Q&A with her debut Rapid Falls!
A special thank you to #Lake Union, the author, and #NetGalley for the honor of an advanced reading copy.
#JDCMustReadBooks
September 14, 2020
Cowie does such a good job of keeping the reader on their toes, hiding facets of her characters and then revealing them when you least expect it. I was almost finished reading this book and I still had no idea where it was going or who the murderer was—just a growing sense that every inkling and assumption I'd had so far was wrong. The ending was unexpected and perfect. Very cinematic; I want this adapted to film.
I loved the western Canadian setting too; it was a character in and of itself and I felt like I was there (which was a gift since I haven't been ANYWHERE in such a long time).
Such a good autumn read—creepy, thoughtful, and compelling. And Canadian. ;)
I loved the western Canadian setting too; it was a character in and of itself and I felt like I was there (which was a gift since I haven't been ANYWHERE in such a long time).
Such a good autumn read—creepy, thoughtful, and compelling. And Canadian. ;)
October 28, 2020
Two months ago, widow Mallory Dent made the decision to move to a remote town, McNamara, to escape her grief. But the day she arrives, she is greeted by death, when a woman's body is found floating in Loss Lake. Cue Sergeant Joel Benson. As Mallory becomes acquainted with the town she soon discovers this is not the first death on the shores and she is drawn into the local folklaw relating to the monster in the lake. As secrets are uncovered we are drawn into this atmospheric mystery with spooky vibes that has you questioning each character and their motives.
Such a fabulous mystery that drew me in from the start. This was a slower burn but with the supporting cast that all appeared to have something to hide and the legend of the monster, combined with the deaths in the town, it had me totally captivated throughout.
Such a fabulous mystery that drew me in from the start. This was a slower burn but with the supporting cast that all appeared to have something to hide and the legend of the monster, combined with the deaths in the town, it had me totally captivated throughout.
November 6, 2020
Small town secrets, an urban myth, a past to escape from, and a mystery that becomes more intriguing by the minute… this book has it all! This is a slow-burn mystery with a remote, atmospheric setting that pulls the reader right in. The author knows exactly when to reveal each twist, as you follow Mallory along her investigation into this interconnected small town, while also trying to figure her out as well. That ending though… I don’t know about that, I wanted more! This is my first book by the author but it won’t be my last! Loss Lake is a character-driven, tense and chilling mystery that I would definitely recommend picking up. Thank you to Lake Union Publishing and Booksparks for my gifted copy in exchange for an honest review!
November 11, 2020
Q: Has a certain book ever worked out for you even better than expected because of where you live & where the book takes place? For example, 'Loss Lake' really spoke to me because I live in a small, lakeside town, so I could clearly visualize the story in my head.
'Loss Lake' is a small-town based suspenseful, mysterious, thriller that is best read this time of year in the chills of fall, which builds on the books already gothic-ish, richly felt atmosphere w/ a story that you will think about long after you have finished it. 'Loss Lake' is chilling, expertly plotted, riveting, & compulsively readable, but it is also a story about the complexities of grief, forgiveness, betrayals, & the secrets & guilt we hold on to. (And there's a map at the beginning, which I LOVE in books & I know many other readers feel the same way!)
This twisty, well-written novel is my first Amber Cowie book, but I would definitely love to read her other novels now, 'Rapid Falls' & 'Raven Lane'.
'Loss Lake' is a small-town based suspenseful, mysterious, thriller that is best read this time of year in the chills of fall, which builds on the books already gothic-ish, richly felt atmosphere w/ a story that you will think about long after you have finished it. 'Loss Lake' is chilling, expertly plotted, riveting, & compulsively readable, but it is also a story about the complexities of grief, forgiveness, betrayals, & the secrets & guilt we hold on to. (And there's a map at the beginning, which I LOVE in books & I know many other readers feel the same way!)
This twisty, well-written novel is my first Amber Cowie book, but I would definitely love to read her other novels now, 'Rapid Falls' & 'Raven Lane'.
April 26, 2020
A widow trying to start a new life in a new town only to have a body show up in the lake behind her house within a few hours of arriving, This book was interesting and there were moments that I had trouble putting it down. I do appreciate how much thought the author put into descriptions and characters in the book.
While it was entertaining, I feel like there was a lot of extra, unnecessary information/events that occurred that ended up leading nowhere or gave no explanation. For me, it ended unexpectedly, I actually flipped back and forth a few times thinking I missed something. Unfortunately, I felt even more confused after finishing it with many questions left unanswered.
Thank you Netgalley for the ARC of this book for my honest review.
While it was entertaining, I feel like there was a lot of extra, unnecessary information/events that occurred that ended up leading nowhere or gave no explanation. For me, it ended unexpectedly, I actually flipped back and forth a few times thinking I missed something. Unfortunately, I felt even more confused after finishing it with many questions left unanswered.
Thank you Netgalley for the ARC of this book for my honest review.
April 29, 2020
A new town, new life, a fresh start for a widow, all until someone drowns off Mallory's lakefront beach...The concept pulled me right in. One of the things I love about Amber Cowie's writing is that she is a master of simplicity and carefully guarded secrets in her characters. The combination makes ordinary things like a sound in the woods or footprints in the snow endlessly creepy, and you're not sure whether to root for her characters or distrust them. The supernatural pull of the lake and the effect it had on the town was also a plus for me. Special thanks to Amber Cowie and Lake Union Publishing for a sneak peek at this one. It's a perfect mystery for a cozy winter read.
January 18, 2021
A couple of months after her husband dies, Mallory moves from Vancouver to the small town of McNamara. Sight unseen, she purchases a house on 100 acres on the edge of Loss Lake. Loss Lake has a bit of lore with the locals. The lake was formed when a dam failed, flooding a valley. Numerous deaths of occurred in or around the lake over the years. Many locals believe that a mysterious creature calls the lake home. On the same day she arrives, a woman's body is found by the lake on Mallory's property. The local police officer Joel looks into the death and captures Mallory's interest. Mallory herself is curious about the local lore and all of the deaths, including one in her new home. When a big winter storm blows in, Mallory is stranded and is left thinking about her own past and the mysteries that surround her.
This was a nice atmospheric winter read...a lakeside house in the woods in a winter storm. The author accomplished the feeling of being isolated out in the wilds. I could picture Mallory's house with the big plate glass window with no curtains looking out onto the dark of the lake. The story had a lot of potential but I was left wanting more from it. There were almost too many characters and too many overlapping, crisscrossing dramas. I almost needed one of those boards they show in crime shows with the strings connecting everyone.
Thank you to the publisher for the review copy!
This was a nice atmospheric winter read...a lakeside house in the woods in a winter storm. The author accomplished the feeling of being isolated out in the wilds. I could picture Mallory's house with the big plate glass window with no curtains looking out onto the dark of the lake. The story had a lot of potential but I was left wanting more from it. There were almost too many characters and too many overlapping, crisscrossing dramas. I almost needed one of those boards they show in crime shows with the strings connecting everyone.
Thank you to the publisher for the review copy!
November 19, 2020
I’ve been excited to read LOSS LAKE since I first heard about it, and it did not disappoint! Recently widowed Mallory moves to the tiny lakeside town of McNamara, hoping for a fresh start. She soon learns, though, that McNamara has a dark past, her new house has a grim history—and a woman died in the lake on the very day she arrived. The town is a close-knit community, bending over backwards to help each other out, but as Mallory looks deeper into the lore of the town (including the monster many McNamara residents believe resides in Loss Lake), she realizes that her new neighbors might not be as friendly as they seem. I was completely consumed by this book, eager to keep turning pages long into the night. I loved the folklore aspect, as well as the mystery surrounding several deaths in McNamara. The story struck an unusual but effective balance of creepy and comforting. As Mallory met more and more townspeople, I didn’t trust ANYBODY, even though I desperately wanted to; the town seemed so cozy, but right away I was suspicious of everyone’s chipper and cheerful neighborly attitude. I also love the book’s exploration of grief and its poignant insights into the complexity of loss. The story was beautifully written, and I can’t wait for whatever Amber Cowie writes next!
November 14, 2020
Loss Lake by Amber Cowie is an atmospheric slow burn that took me a bit to get into it, but it was definitely worth the wait to get to that end. I loved the setting by the lake, and even though Mallory is an unreliable narrator which I don't always love, I did end up loving her viewpoint and how she slowly unravels the secrets of Loss Lake. I actually ended up switching to the audio since I am having a hard time concentrating on physical books, and that really helped me get more into the story and descriptions. This is definitely a character driven mystery, so you have to be into those to really love this one, but if you do I highly recommend it.
I had nothing figured out and the end completely shocked me. Loss Lake is the perfect fall read and I am a big fan of Cowie's descriptive writing. I think this is a great book to go into blind and just watch the story unravel so I am keeping things short. I loved the mysterious cast of characters and the monster legend, and thought it was a really interesting book. I didn't LOVE the narrator, but if you wanted to go the audio route that would be good as well. She was kind of a fast talker so if you speed up audio like I do you'll just have to slow it down a bit.
Thank you to the author for providing me with a review copy of this book! All opinions and thoughts are my own.
I had nothing figured out and the end completely shocked me. Loss Lake is the perfect fall read and I am a big fan of Cowie's descriptive writing. I think this is a great book to go into blind and just watch the story unravel so I am keeping things short. I loved the mysterious cast of characters and the monster legend, and thought it was a really interesting book. I didn't LOVE the narrator, but if you wanted to go the audio route that would be good as well. She was kind of a fast talker so if you speed up audio like I do you'll just have to slow it down a bit.
Thank you to the author for providing me with a review copy of this book! All opinions and thoughts are my own.
November 4, 2021
This novel could well be a continuation of my seasonal reads, as it is set mostly in the month of October. Set in northwest British Columbia, it is a season of chilly temperatures, shorter days, beautiful leaves, and the very real threat of snow.
As soon as I knew the identity of the dead woman, I immediately suspected that the protagonist, Mallory Dent, might be an unreliable narrator. Also, her reaction to the woman's name seemed off some how...
This novel held great promise and the plot was very interesting. I was not a big fan of the writing style, especially when the myriad similies started to grate upon my nerves. "Windows lit up like eyes full of laughter"; The darkness turned to dawn like a healing bruise; snowflakes batted against her face like pestering insects; dread rippled through her stomach like spoiled milk; her curiosity bubbled like a shaken soda can; the trees around her moaned like members of a Greek chorus; thoughts bounced around in her mind like drunk drivers in bumper cars... you get the idea. Some similies are good, but having them on almost every page was annoying.
A hybrid blend of crime thriller and romantic suspense, "Loss Lake" will appeal to readers who enjoy those genres. Though, to be fair, the abrupt ending will pique some readers, as it did me.
As soon as I knew the identity of the dead woman, I immediately suspected that the protagonist, Mallory Dent, might be an unreliable narrator. Also, her reaction to the woman's name seemed off some how...
This novel held great promise and the plot was very interesting. I was not a big fan of the writing style, especially when the myriad similies started to grate upon my nerves. "Windows lit up like eyes full of laughter"; The darkness turned to dawn like a healing bruise; snowflakes batted against her face like pestering insects; dread rippled through her stomach like spoiled milk; her curiosity bubbled like a shaken soda can; the trees around her moaned like members of a Greek chorus; thoughts bounced around in her mind like drunk drivers in bumper cars... you get the idea. Some similies are good, but having them on almost every page was annoying.
A hybrid blend of crime thriller and romantic suspense, "Loss Lake" will appeal to readers who enjoy those genres. Though, to be fair, the abrupt ending will pique some readers, as it did me.
January 22, 2021
While I enjoyed this book and the storyline, it felt like it dragged a bit. It’s told in three parts. Chapters are not super long, and it’s easy to understand what is going on.
Mallory moves to Loss Lake after the passing of her husband. She becomes entangled in a family feud unbeknownst to her.
Mallory moves to Loss Lake after the passing of her husband. She becomes entangled in a family feud unbeknownst to her.
June 21, 2020
This book started off well for me. A widow starting a new life in a small town, fresh start. Dead body in the lake behind her house. Got it. Lots of history in the small town - everyone knows everyone - neat characters, lots related. Got it. Love starts between the widow and a cop. Got it. Then it goes south.
It seemed to pick up pace to the point of rushing, a lake monster, characters "turning" but not clearly turning, and an ending that was not acceptable. I was bought into the first half, then lost me the second half especially at the end.
It seemed to pick up pace to the point of rushing, a lake monster, characters "turning" but not clearly turning, and an ending that was not acceptable. I was bought into the first half, then lost me the second half especially at the end.
November 19, 2020
A new town, a new life, and a new home—with an absolutely chilling lakefront view.
From the author of Rapid Falls comes another totally engrossing novel of suspense and whodunit.
Mallory moved to Loss Lake after the death of her husband. She needed a new beginning. A new start to the rest of her life. How was she to know what awaited in this quaint town. It seemed everyone in McNamara knew her before she even spoke. Before she even got settled completely. Then there was the drowning on her newly bought property. Was Mallory hiding something or was she innocent. Did she know more than she told. Or was this something way more sinister.
This book will grab you from the start and won't let go. From the first time you meet these people you will wonder about them. What kind of secrets are they keeping and what really happens in Loss Lake. Is it really a monster or is someone causing things to happen.
The people in this town are likable. They seem to be there for each other no matter what and even if they dislike you they are there. So many strange things happen and so much is going on. From a blizzard to some truths being told you will wonder who is doing what. And is Mallory the innocent person she appears to be. Is she a grieving wife or something more. I liked Mallory regardless of what you may find out. I just did. I liked all the characters in this story.
It kept me wondering all the way through. Was it realistic that so many people had drowned in Loss Lake or was something on the unearthly side working here. You will have to read this book to find out. Believe me it is so well worth the read too. One of the best. I liked it even better than Rapid Falls and it was great.
This is one close knit community. You either fit in or move on I suppose. They do take care of their own. It seemed like almost everyone was related in some ways. There are a lot of secrets going on in McNamara but you'll find the answers in the pages of this book to all. It's very well written and makes you feel like you are right there. The descriptions are done so well you feel like you are in the house Mallory bought or the store Kylie owns. Even the cop, Joel, is one to wonder about though. Mallory questions everything and finally finds the answers she needed to move on with her life.
Thank you to #NetGalley, #AmberCowie, #LakeUnion for this ARC. This is my own true review.
5/5 stars and a high recommend. This book was great.
From the author of Rapid Falls comes another totally engrossing novel of suspense and whodunit.
Mallory moved to Loss Lake after the death of her husband. She needed a new beginning. A new start to the rest of her life. How was she to know what awaited in this quaint town. It seemed everyone in McNamara knew her before she even spoke. Before she even got settled completely. Then there was the drowning on her newly bought property. Was Mallory hiding something or was she innocent. Did she know more than she told. Or was this something way more sinister.
This book will grab you from the start and won't let go. From the first time you meet these people you will wonder about them. What kind of secrets are they keeping and what really happens in Loss Lake. Is it really a monster or is someone causing things to happen.
The people in this town are likable. They seem to be there for each other no matter what and even if they dislike you they are there. So many strange things happen and so much is going on. From a blizzard to some truths being told you will wonder who is doing what. And is Mallory the innocent person she appears to be. Is she a grieving wife or something more. I liked Mallory regardless of what you may find out. I just did. I liked all the characters in this story.
It kept me wondering all the way through. Was it realistic that so many people had drowned in Loss Lake or was something on the unearthly side working here. You will have to read this book to find out. Believe me it is so well worth the read too. One of the best. I liked it even better than Rapid Falls and it was great.
This is one close knit community. You either fit in or move on I suppose. They do take care of their own. It seemed like almost everyone was related in some ways. There are a lot of secrets going on in McNamara but you'll find the answers in the pages of this book to all. It's very well written and makes you feel like you are right there. The descriptions are done so well you feel like you are in the house Mallory bought or the store Kylie owns. Even the cop, Joel, is one to wonder about though. Mallory questions everything and finally finds the answers she needed to move on with her life.
Thank you to #NetGalley, #AmberCowie, #LakeUnion for this ARC. This is my own true review.
5/5 stars and a high recommend. This book was great.
October 20, 2020
3.5 stars
There's a lot to unpack in this story about a woman starting over.
What I can say after finishing, is maybe this wasn't the best location for her to do so. Or maybe it was the perfect place.
Make sense? Probably not.
After the death of her husband, Mallory Dent moves to the small town of McNamara, north of Vancouver. At first, it seemed like the best place to move. Peaceful and a very welcoming community that quickly embraces her arrival. But this story has so many subplots which deal with loss and make Mallory begin to second guess her choice. And of course, Loss Lake is at the center of that loss that haunts the town's history.
At first, I liked most of the people in this community. But as truths about the past are revealed, I began to doubt each of them for different reasons. On top of that, Mallory's own story about the death of her husband, began to change. And those changes made me trust her less.
I can't reveal much more without giving things away, but there's an eerie unexplained element to the story, which you'll either like or not. I myself am not sure what to think about it. But I will say, that last sentence was very impactful. Definitely didn't see that coming.
"Sometimes, loyalty requires sacrifice.".
This story falls into the mystery/gothic thriller genre, so if you are looking for something new, check this one out.
*An ARC was received via NetGalley for an honest review.
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There's a lot to unpack in this story about a woman starting over.
What I can say after finishing, is maybe this wasn't the best location for her to do so. Or maybe it was the perfect place.
Make sense? Probably not.
After the death of her husband, Mallory Dent moves to the small town of McNamara, north of Vancouver. At first, it seemed like the best place to move. Peaceful and a very welcoming community that quickly embraces her arrival. But this story has so many subplots which deal with loss and make Mallory begin to second guess her choice. And of course, Loss Lake is at the center of that loss that haunts the town's history.
At first, I liked most of the people in this community. But as truths about the past are revealed, I began to doubt each of them for different reasons. On top of that, Mallory's own story about the death of her husband, began to change. And those changes made me trust her less.
I can't reveal much more without giving things away, but there's an eerie unexplained element to the story, which you'll either like or not. I myself am not sure what to think about it. But I will say, that last sentence was very impactful. Definitely didn't see that coming.
"Sometimes, loyalty requires sacrifice.".
This story falls into the mystery/gothic thriller genre, so if you are looking for something new, check this one out.
*An ARC was received via NetGalley for an honest review.
For more reviews, visit
October 18, 2020
What i liked: There was a sense of unease through much of the story. Which built good tension. I was wondering what is happening here?! The whole time. I enjoyed the romance elements intertwined within the story.
But I was hoping for more. The premise had me excited. I expected a bit more excitement. But to be honest, i was quite bored throughout. There were little snippets here and there that had me intrigued or thinking ok it’s picking up. Only for it to fizzle out. I was also a bit confused trying to follow the characters and who was who. So many characters we didn’t even meet who were brought up and trying to track and remember who they were was a bit difficult. Especially because they were essential to the developments made.
I was also dissatisfied with the ending. There wasn’t much of one... it just ended abruptly. And left you with a few questions. That just bugs me. I can’t say it’s a slow burn. But the last 100 pages or so was better. Overall, i just felt like it was not enough for me. I wanted more.
But I was hoping for more. The premise had me excited. I expected a bit more excitement. But to be honest, i was quite bored throughout. There were little snippets here and there that had me intrigued or thinking ok it’s picking up. Only for it to fizzle out. I was also a bit confused trying to follow the characters and who was who. So many characters we didn’t even meet who were brought up and trying to track and remember who they were was a bit difficult. Especially because they were essential to the developments made.
I was also dissatisfied with the ending. There wasn’t much of one... it just ended abruptly. And left you with a few questions. That just bugs me. I can’t say it’s a slow burn. But the last 100 pages or so was better. Overall, i just felt like it was not enough for me. I wanted more.
October 29, 2020
I really struggled with this book. There were so many plot holes and things that just did not make any sense. I can see how someone might get to the end of the book and decide in hindsight that all those weird things came together to make sense, but they really didn't and the fact that no one noticed they didn't make sense during the course of the story also didn't make sense and added to the unbelievebility of the whole thing. Specifics that won't give the story away include Mallory moving to a new town and having nothing to sleep on the first night. No furniture, no sleeping bag, nothing. She is quickly interviewed by the police about a death that occurs on a beach and they are trying to determine if she is negligent because it is on her property, they suggest that she block it off from public access but then a few days later in the story the town is holding a festival on the same beach. Make up your mind! Issues like this make enjoying a book really difficult.
Thanks to NetGalley and Lake Union Publishing for a copy of the book. This review is my own opinion.
Thanks to NetGalley and Lake Union Publishing for a copy of the book. This review is my own opinion.
December 21, 2020
This was a suspense filled, atmospheric story. After the death of her husband Mallory buys a house online in a remote town called Loss Lake. Once she arrives in town and she starts to meet the citizens of Loss Lake she begins to wonder what she has gotten herself into. Her creepy house is also causing her some concern. I wouldn’t have lasted a day in that house! Between the quirky characters and the atmospheric writing this book stays suspenseful and creepy throughout. I really liked the writing! I was engaged in the story and just felt uneasy the whole time reading it. Once you got past one odd event or strange encounter you were on to the next. A perfect book to read during spooky season! This was my first book by this author but it won’t be my last.
November 10, 2020
This book hooked me from the beginning and I couldn’t put it down! It’s very atmospheric and the setting adds a chilly, uneasy vibe. The characters are all suspect and there are red herrings all over the place. The mysteries had me hooked and I was quickly turning the pages. Then... it took a weird turn. The last half of the book was a lot less enjoyable for me and I was no longer frantically turning pages. It lost me at the end but a great beginning. My thanks to the publisher for the advance reader in exchange for my honest review.
October 19, 2020
The secrets keep coming in Amber Cowie’s latest. Like the mythical creature below the lake’s surface, they sneak up on the reader, making LOSS LAKE the best type of psychological suspense. Cowie’s setting is chilling and cinematic, her characters quirky and mysterious, and the story ingeniously paced. I tore through the pages. As someone who LOVES endings where the story lingers long after the book is finished, this book’s ending is perfection.
July 28, 2024
2.5 stars I'm rounding up. Solid mystery with really interesting creepy parts. I liked not quite knowing what was going on. I did this as an audio and thought the narrator did a great job of keeping the pace going and the tone of the story eerie. The ending felt a bit jumbled though and I'm not sure I connected it all.
A huge thank you to the author and publisher for providing an e-ARC via Netgalley. This does not affect my opinion regarding the book.
A huge thank you to the author and publisher for providing an e-ARC via Netgalley. This does not affect my opinion regarding the book.
October 21, 2020
This was my first book by this author and I can promise you I am now going to be grabbing the rest of her books! After the death of her husband Mallory is in search of a fresh start. She impulsively purchases a lakefront home on Loss Lake in the town of McNamara. The first day she arrives she’s horrified to be told by the local police that a body was found floating in the lake almost right at her doorstep. The town swears there’s a monster that resides in the lake and the woman isn’t it’s first victim. When Mallory meets Sergeant Joel Benson she instantly feels a connection to him, years ago he lost his brother, and she’s shocked to hear his brother was killed in the home she bought. Was his brothers death a tragic accident or something more? Mallory decides to dig into the towns past and the more she investigates she uncovers many tragic deaths all linked to the lake. Maybe there really is a monster living in Loss Lake! When a winter storm roars in, Mallory begins to feel the snow trapping her in, and it may be the perfect time for the monster to reveal its face, and she may need to face her own past and secrets and the town may not be as friendly as it appears. The author did an incredible job describing the small town I could picture it so vividly in my mind. The characters seemed so real to me I loved The whole small town looks out for one another was the perfect setting! I’m giving this five stars
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