From the acclaimed author of "Everything You Want Me to Be," a People magazine and Wall Street Journal pick for the year's best books, comes a riveting and suspenseful thriller. This gripping tale explores the mysterious disappearance of a boy and his stunning return ten years later, captivating readers with its intricate plot and emotional depth.
Set in the hauntingly beautiful Boundary Waters of Minnesota, a region known for its hundreds of miles of glacial lakes and untouched forests, the story begins with a father and son who vanish during a trek into this wilderness. Their campsite, discovered ravaged by what appeared to be a bear, led search teams to presume them dead. A decade later, the son reemerges, found ransacking an outfitter store. Violent and uncommunicative, he is sent to a psychiatric facility, raising more questions than answers.
Maya Stark, an assistant language therapist, is tasked with connecting with this high-profile patient. Despite her efforts, he remains silent about his father and the lost decade of his life. Maya, who carries her own burden of being abandoned by her mother, finds herself drawn to this enigmatic figure. As she delves deeper into his past, she risks everything to reunite him with his father, who has vanished from the known world.
This novel weaves a complex narrative of mystery and human connection, challenging the boundaries of trust and the lengths one will go to uncover the truth.