Toby has always led a charmed life — until a brutal attack shatters everything. Seeking refuge at his family's Ivy House, he discovers a skull hidden inside the old wych elm, forcing him to question everything he thought he knew about his past.
With over 100,000 Goodreads ratings, readers call it "a slow‑burn thriller that digs deep into identity and guilt." Frequently tagged as "dark academia meets psychological suspense", fans praise French's "haunting prose and morally tangled characters."
Perfect for readers who love literary thrillers with atmosphere, fans of Gillian Flynn or Donna Tartt, and anyone drawn to mysteries that ask unsettling questions about memory and truth.
Format: Paperback Condition: Very Good - minor shelf wear, pages clean and intact, binding tight
