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The God of the Woods: A Novel
As a panicked search begins, a thrilling drama unfolds. Chasing down the layered secrets of the Van Laar family and the blue-collar community working in its shadow, Moore's multi-threaded story invites readers into a rich and gripping dynasty of secrets and second chances. It is Liz Moore's most ambitious and wide-reaching novel yet.
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Captivating plot. Kept me up all night wanting to finish it. Interesting setting, less bleak than her book Long Bright River. Plot twisting but not to the degree of distraction, excellent writing. Also beautiful and subtle examination of sexism, without pointing it out, the reader is able to come to their own conclusions. Solid ending. Would recommend.
*God of the Woods* by Liz Moore offers an intriguing premise but ultimately left me underwhelmed. The characters, though interesting, felt underdeveloped, leaving me disconnected from their emotional journeys. The lack of explanation for their actions and motivations made it hard to fully invest in their stories.
The ending, while attempting a twist, felt unbelievable and out of place, disrupting the narrative’s tone and undermining the emotional buildup. However, everyone at our book club discussion enjoyed the female police character, finding her portrayal compelling and complex. The writing itself is rich and atmospheric, with strong themes around loss and identity. Despite these strengths, the weak character development and implausible conclusion left me unsatisfied overall. While the book has potential, it didn’t quite hit the mark.
It takes a little bit to get going and the reader often has to reorient themselves because of the flashbacks and numerous characters, but it ended up being a great read - very suspenseful!
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