A high school senior writes twisted fairytales for his closest friend while battling monsters that have come to life from drawings in a story of obsession and psychological horror.
A high school senior writes twisted fairytales for his closest friend while battling monsters that have come to life from drawings in a story of obsession and psychological horror.
AN INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER! As alluring as it is unsettling, award-winning author CG Drews' debut YA psychological horror will leave readers breathless and hesitant to venture deeper into the woods. Once upon a time, Andrew had cut out his heart and given it to this boy, and he was very sure Thomas had no idea that Andrew would do anything for him. Protect him. Lie for him. Kill for him. High school senior Andrew Perrault finds refuge in the twisted fairytales that he writes for the on...
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Kissing between two boys; intense emotional and physical obsession between male protagonists
Graphic body horror, blood, gore, and violent monster attacks throughout
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Central queer male protagonists with ace identity themes and same-sex romance
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Drawings of monsters come to life as recurring fantasy elements
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On-page self-harm depictions and mental health struggles
Child abuse, bullying, parental death, grief, and anti-gay sentiment
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