Atmospheric Fiction
Atmospheric Fiction creates a vivid and immersive setting that plays a central role in the narrative, evoking a strong sense of time and place through detailed descriptions and richly developed atmosphere.
The Retreat
by Sarah Pearse
Series: Detective Elin Warner (#2)
In 'The Retreat' by Sarah Pearse, readers are taken on a chilling journey to an isolated wellness retreat in the Swiss Alps, where secrets lurk beneath the pristine facade. The story follows a group of diverse characters, each with their own demons and motivations, as they uncover the dark past of the retreat and face a series of eerie occurrences. Pearse weaves a suspenseful tale of psychological tension, exploring themes of guilt, redemption, and the lengths people will go to in search of healing. With stunning descriptions of the icy landscape and a plot full of unexpected twists, 'The Retreat' keeps readers on the edge of their seats until the final page.