Into The Dark We Go

I read this within 24 hours I think. It was well written, very atmospheric and I just had to know how it was going to play out! I just feel a little dissatisfied with some of the questions left unanswered. 3.75 ⭐️’s

I really liked this! It was a book club read so I didn't really know what to expect but this exceeded any expectations I had. Love the paranormal, spooky forest vibes, the strange mission that our FMC finds herself on, and the small town and not knowing who is the villain. Just noticing as I write this that it seems to be the start of a series but it wrapped up nicely with no cliffhanger. I'll be keeping an eye out for the next book!

Decently paced, an easy read that held my attention the whole way through.

4.25 luv it

I devoured this book in under 24 hours, spurred on by the fact that I needed answers and just could not get enough of this plotline! It was a great read, full of intrigue and mystery, blending crime with the occult, and had you doubting which side of that line it was going to end up on. This book was haunting and eerie, but in a plausible and modern way. I did not struggle with any part of it being too far fetched, and it softly leaned into lore I had come across before, making the story feel more like a legend you might be told by your older siblings around a dark campfire, one that would leave you sleepless for the night, instead llistening for the crack of breaking branches. The writing was incredibly easy to read, I didn't find myself lost or confused, it was well constructed and everything just fitted together so well. Gimme more of DG Woods, I am here for it!

As an ARC reader, I can confidently say this book deserves every single one of its five stars. From the very first chapter, I was captivated, finding myself completely unable to put it down! The author's world-building in this novel is simply phenomenal. They effortlessly created a setting that not only felt incredibly real but also possessed a magnetic quality, truly sucking me right into its depths. The characters were exceptionally well-rounded and believable. Their motivations and struggles felt personal and real, and I found myself deeply invested in their journeys. Coupled with an incredibly interesting plot line that kept me guessing at every turn, the narrative was a masterclass in engaging storytelling. The pace of the book was relentless in the best possible way, ensuring there was never a dull moment. It was expertly laced with a thrilling blend of mystery and horror, creating an atmosphere of constant tension and intrigue. This combination kept me on the edge of my seat, turning pages ready for the next twist and turn, i read the entire book in 1 day! An absolute must-read!

Stayed up half the night reading this and then stayed up the rest of the night because of this book. Great writing.

The truth is, I had little to no expectations as I randomly found the author's ig page and decided to read the book based on the aesthetic (never judge a book by its cover, yeah yeah). But I actually really enjoyed 'Into the Dark, we go'! Great pace all the way through, I was constantly eager to find out what happens next and how the story will unfold in the end. I liked D.G. Woods' writing style - great use of language, just the right amount of complexity, without being pretentious. The story was intriguing with lots of little twists and turns, although (as other comments mention) I would have loved to dive a little deeper into the underlying mystery/fantasy elements. The main drawback for me were the characters - I couldn't quite connect with them, I felt like I don't know enough about them, and the relationships they made amongst one another felt a bit undefined and forced at times. Mostly Mitch and June, but even Nellie - despite being in her mind. I would love to see how D.G. Woods grows as a writer, and I'm looking forward to reading 'Fairbanks' and 'Loud as Bones'. 3.75 stars ★ P.S. I'm not an ARC reader

I listened to the first 30 minutes on audiobook and just couldn't get into it. The pacing is funky and I'm not sure why I'm supposed to care about the missing boyfriend when his entire personality is "good at football."

2026 reads: 103/300 i received a complimentary audio copy as part of libro.fm’s influencer program. i am leaving this review voluntarily. nellie is a college dropout scrambling to build her life two years after her boyfriend’s disappearance. she’s preparing to move back with her mother, the last thing she wants to do, when two strangers approach her and explain that their sister vanished under similar circumstances. nellie joins their search for clues through the appalachian wilderness. the deeper they venture, though, the more the lines between reality and the paranormal blur... i am a simple girl: i hear “appalachian horror,” and i simply must have it. though i no longer live in appalachia myself, i can’t get enough of this setting, especially horror books. anyone who knows what appalachia is like knows how eerie its woods are, and into the dark, we go did not hold back from tapping into this. i would say this was more of a character-driven book, though, as we had a lot of complicated relationships going on. (even between nellie and her mom! though i would have loved for this to have been an even bigger plot point.) i hope to read more from dg woods in the future!