Fierce Little Thing

Saskia, a damaged teenager, arrives at the lakeside commune called Home, where she is entranced by its charismatic leader, Abraham. Two decades later, Saskia is shuttered in her Connecticut estate and receives threatening letters from Abraham, who weaponized her ruthlessness to do his bidding. Returning to Home to confront their blackmailer, the five must face their dark past and reckon with what they are capable of now that they've been reunited.

Format: Hardback
Length: 352 pages
Publication date: 27 July 2021
Publisher: Flatiron Books

Saskia, a damaged and lonely teenager, found solace in the lakeside commune called Home. Enchanted by the aroma of sourdough starter, the haunting melody of loons, and the joy of foraging wild mushrooms from the forest floor, she found herself drawn to Abraham, the charismatic leader of Home. Abraham saw Saskia's potential and used her ruthlessness to his advantage, making her his loyal follower. Two decades later, Saskia is confined to her Connecticut estate, afraid of the world but haunted by her past. The memories of Abraham's manipulation still linger, and she receives threatening letters, warning her of the consequences of revealing the terrible thing they did as teenagers. Faced with the threat of their secret being exposed, Saskia and her estranged friends are compelled to return to the land in rural Maine, where they once tried to save Home.

Upon their return, the five friends are confronted with their dark past and the consequences of their actions. They must face the blackmailer and reckon with the depth of their abilities now that they have been reunited. As they delve into the secrets of Home, they discover that their actions have far-reaching consequences and that they must sacrifice everything to bury their secret forever.

The story explores themes of friendship, loyalty, redemption, and the power of forgiveness. Saskia and her friends must navigate the complexities of their relationships and confront the truth about themselves in order to come to terms with their past and move forward. The journey back to Home is not only about confronting their demons but also about discovering the strength and resilience that lies within them.

In the end, Saskia and her friends must make a difficult decision that will have far-reaching consequences for their lives. They must choose between facing the truth and protecting their secrets, or sacrificing everything to bury their past forever. The story leaves the reader with a sense of suspense and anticipation, as they wonder what will happen next and whether Saskia and her friends will be able to overcome their darkest fears and secrets.

Weight: 658g
Dimension: 167 x 245 x 40 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781250779427