4.5 (2 ratings)
This Side of Dark
Evil is always darkest in the shadows.Welcome to the little coastal town of Ellis Cove, where bright holiday lights disguise an unspeakable evil.When an 11-year-old girl goes missing, the community rallies around the family. Grace is the only one who sees things as they really are-neglect and abuse lurking in the shadows of Ellis Cove's dead end streets.As the search for the missing girl intensifies, Grace wrestles with a darker truth:How far will she go to protect someone she loves?
Pages: 448
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4.5
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Jules M.
Mar 26, 2026
This Side of Dark is a captivating and emotionally charged well written thriller that kept me hooked throughout. Caren’s storytelling is both suspenseful and heartfelt, with well-developed characters who feel incredibly real. The pacing is perfect, with twists that surprised me without ever feeling overdone. I was moved by the emotional journey of Grace alongside the other characters in the tension-filled plot. This book is a fitting read for anyone who likes a gripping story with depth and nuance. Highly recommend!
Carina P.
Mar 14, 2026
⭐⭐⭐⭐
The blurb of this book had me from the beginning and I will say this book did not disappoint!!
The plot is intricately woven, with plenty of twists and turns that keep readers guessing until the very end. The pacing is just right, with a perfect balance between suspenseful moments and quieter, introspective scenes.
With its well-developed characters, and thought-provoking themes, this book is a must-read. It is an engaging and suspenseful
story that will keep readers hooked until the very last page.
Caren in a delicate way, writes about themes of neglect, trauma, and the power of the human mind, which made an impact on me.
The blurb of this book had me from the beginning and I will say this book did not disappoint!!
The plot is intricately woven, with plenty of twists and turns that keep readers guessing until the very end. The pacing is just right, with a perfect balance between suspenseful moments and quieter, introspective scenes.
With its well-developed characters, and thought-provoking themes, this book is a must-read. It is an engaging and suspenseful
story that will keep readers hooked until the very last page.
Caren in a delicate way, writes about themes of neglect, trauma, and the power of the human mind, which made an impact on me.