5/5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Stranded in the Idaho woods, a group of troubled teens must face both external horrors and their own inner demons in this haunting survival story. What the Woods Took hooked me from the start and didn’t let go. This is survival horror at its best, with high stakes, deep emotions, and a touch of romance.
✨ Young Adult
✨ Survival Horror
✨ Third-Person POV
✨ Enemies to Lovers
✨ LGBTQ+
✨ Locked Room (Wilderness)
The story begins with Devin being abducted from her foster home in the middle of the night and transported to a wilderness therapy program. Alongside four others, they must survive a 50-day trek through the forest. But when their counselors go missing, the group is left stranded, fighting for survival.
Devin’s fierce determination made her a standout protagonist, while the other teens, especially Ollie, whose quiet strength perfectly balanced Devin’s fire, added depth to the story. The enemies to lovers dynamic with Sheridan was natural and compelling, layered with tension and growth.
The atmosphere was perfect. Claustrophobic, eerie, and immersive. The creatures, known as mimics, were terrifying and I strongly believe them to be representing the campers’ unresolved traumas and inner demons. I do wish the mimics had been explored a bit more.
I listened to the audiobook narrated by Lindsey Dorcus, who masterfully captured the characters’ emotions and the creeping dread of the woods.
What the Woods Took is a powerful story of survival, growth, and facing your demons. If you’re a fan of locked room mysteries, survival horror, and stories with complex characters, this is a must read!
Many thanks to NetGalley for the ALC of What the Woods Took in exchange for an honest review.
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