Leave No Trace: An unputdownable thriller packed with suspense and dark family secrets

In the book "The Darkest Hours," a man and his son went missing in the Boundary Waters ten years ago. Lucas Blackthorn, now nineteen and incarcerated, is being prepared by therapist Maya Stark to face the world's questions. Maya has her own unfinished business with the Boundary Waters and is willing to risk everything to reunite Lucas with his father and get answers to the questions that have haunted her all her adult life.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 352 pages
Publication date: 16 May 2019
Publisher: Quercus Publishing

A captivating thriller brimming with dark family secrets and filled with suspense, this novel will captivate fans of Jane Harper. Nestled in the picturesque Boundary Waters of Minnesota, this remote region boasts hundreds of miles of glacial lakes and pristine forests. It is here that a man and his son set out on a trek ten years ago, never to be seen again. Until now.

Lucas Blackthorn, at nineteen years old, is a semi-feral individual currently residing at Congdon Psychiatric Institute after committing a violent assault. The police are relentlessly seeking his account, while all Lucas desires is to return to the Boundary Waters and reunite with his father.

Maya Stark, a therapist, is assigned the task of preparing Lucas to confront the world's questions. Maya carries her own unfinished business with the Boundary Waters, and as she and Lucas grow closer, she sees an opportunity for them to help each other. She is willing to risk everything to reunite Lucas with his father and unravel the mysteries that have haunted her throughout her adult life. However, she soon realizes that sometimes, uncovering the truth can be the most devastating outcome.

The story unfolds as Maya delves deeper into Lucas's past, unearthing dark secrets and confronting the demons that have haunted him for years. As they navigate through the treacherous terrain of the Boundary Waters, they face numerous challenges and dangers, testing their resilience and determination. Along the way, Maya and Lucas discover the true nature of their relationship and the sacrifices they are willing to make to protect each other.

The Boundary Waters becomes a metaphor for the emotional and psychological scars that both Lucas and Maya carry, and their journey together is a testament to the power of healing and redemption. With its intense plot, compelling characters, and breathtaking setting, this novel is a must-read for anyone who loves thrilling suspense stories.

Weight: 238g
Dimension: 131 x 196 x 22 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781786489784