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When curious nomad Anna hears about Whisperwood, a town that's not on any maps, that nobody goes to, and nobody comes from, she sees an opportunity to hide from her violent witch-hunting ex.

But not everything is peaceful in the isolated community. A vanishing town, a gruesome funeral rite,…

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1 author picked Whisperwood as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

This is one of those books that prove to me that indie published books can, and often are, every bit as good as traditionally published books.
This fantasy story is about a woman forced by circumstance into a strange place, where she has to use strength and skills she never suspected she had. It’s a timeless story about discovering strength, finding community, and standing against the intolerable.

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