Books like The winter long by Seanan McGuire
In the chilling, atmospheric story "The Winter Long," Seanan McGuire explores a world of hidden histories and unsettling revelations. The protagonist, Toby, believes she has a firm grasp on her own past, but as unsettling truths begin to surface, she must confront the reality that her memories and the score of her life are far more complex than she imagined. Through a tense, immersive narrative, the novel unravels the delicate interplay between personal history, memory, and the desperate search for truth in an unpredictable world.
First publish date: 2014
Genre: Fantasy/Urban Fantasy
Authors: Seanan McGuire
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