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Book giveaway: In a Dark, Dark Wood by Ruth Ware

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UrsulaMumsnet · 18/01/2016 12:17

Apply now for one of 50 free copies of Ruth Ware's new book and Richard and Judy's book club choice In a Dark Dark Wood.

This chilling new thriller has been described by The Independent as "the year's hottest crime novel". When Nora is invited to an old school friend's hen do, she thinks it'll be a chance to rekindle their friendship. But as the champagne is poured and secrets start to come to light, the evening becomes rather more sinister than expected...

Vintage have asked us to find 50 Mumsnetters to read In a Dark Dark Wood and tell us what they think about it on this discussion thread. Go to the giveaway page to find out more and apply for a free copy.

You don't have to win a free copy to take part in the discussion. Anyone who has read In a Dark Dark Wood can post their feedback here, and all who post before 7th March will be entered into a prize draw to win a £100 Love2Shop voucher.

Don't worry if you haven't finished reading. Feel free to drop in at whatever point you've got up to and give your fellow readers your first impressions about the story, characters, writing style.

This giveaway is sponsored by Vintage

Book giveaway: In a Dark, Dark Wood by Ruth Ware
Book giveaway: In a Dark, Dark Wood by Ruth Ware
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SciFiFan · 07/02/2016 15:52

Wow, such a good story. I was hooked from the first few pages and barely put it down until I'd finished it. The characters were believable and well drawn. The atmosphere of looming terror and unknown fears kept me gripped. I would definitely recommend it

RoastieToastieReastie · 07/02/2016 15:37

I was also lucky enough to receive a copy of this. It arrived on Friday and I've already finished it, which is unusually fast for me, so that's a testament to what a page turner I found this.

I found it easy to read and quick to get me clawed into the story. It's the kind of story I wanted to see what happened next ('just one more page' and 'just one more chapter' and a late night last night whilst I kept wanting to read on) and felt the tension when reading it, however, I did guess from pretty early on the culprit, so from that perspective found it a little transparent, but it didn't stop my enjoyment of the story.

Thank y for a copy of the book which I may not otherwise have chosen.

daisyduke66 · 06/02/2016 01:21

I was lucky enough to win a free copy of ' In a Dark, Dark Wood' by Ruth Ware. Many thanks. Here is my short review.
A chilling story unfolds cleverly and in entirely believable circumstances. So believable,in fact, that the reader actually imagines herself in that scenario. Without giving any spoilers- a gripping read and so tense that it becomes utterly claustrophobic. A must read - from one who usually confines herself to the cosy crime variety! Bravo Ruth!

aristocat · 29/01/2016 14:15

One of these on its way to me too Smile Will report back once I have it

Pebbles574 · 26/01/2016 15:10

Yay! Just had an email to say I'm being sent one of these books - excellent! I heard an interview with the author here and thought it sounded really interesting.

hlc123 · 26/01/2016 14:11

Just had an email to say I have won a copy of this book, many thanks

noscat · 22/01/2016 13:55

Have applied, fingers crossed :)

ScarlettDarling · 19/01/2016 22:11

Sounds right up my street!

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Lariflete · 19/01/2016 09:29

This sounds brilliant - I hope I win a copy!

barricade · 18/01/2016 19:46

At last ... a new crime thriller on offer. Have just applied, would so love to win this!

ktmd · 18/01/2016 18:01

This modern thriller is very unusaul. It twists and turns from the word go and you don't know who to trust. Undercurrents of jealousy and sly comments from the characters build up to a sinister climax. This is a must read.