We Ate the Dark: A Novel
Synopsis of the Novel:
In the eerie exploration of their friend's tragic demise, four women unearth revelations beyond their wildest imagination in a chilling narrative weaving through themes of good and evil, love and death, and the enigmatic spaces in between.
Half a decade after the mysterious disappearance of Sofia Lyon, her remains are discovered wedged within the hollow of a tree, bursting forth from the floorboards of a desolate house nestled in the woods. Drawn back to the hills of North Carolina, the women who held affection for her confront the weight of their sorrow.
Frankie, Sofia's impassioned twin, grieves with fiery intensity. Poppy grapples with heartbreak, Cass with an overwhelming sense of homesickness, and Marya harbors a concealed knowledge. Their quest to unveil Sofia's murderer binds them together, transcending the mere pursuit of justice. Each woman is haunted by a force both malevolent and benevolent, linked to the others in ways both cruel and compassionate, all the while pursued by a mysterious shadow they struggle to comprehend—a shadow that begets not only questions but also fear.
As Sofia's concealed truths unfurl, so do the secrets of the surrounding woods, unraveling a narrative where Sofia may not be the person they perceived her to be. The chilling realization dawns upon them that whoever—or whatever—claimed her life is now in pursuit of them.
About the Author:
Mallory Pearson, a wordsmith and visual artisan, delves into themes encompassing folklore, queer identity, loss, and their intricate dance within the southern United States. Having immersed herself in the realms of painting and bookbinding during her studies, she now channels her artistic energy, translating visual mastery into captivating prose. Mallory, an enthusiast of eerie cinematic tales and the alchemy of concocting elaborate stews in bewitching cauldrons, has left her creative mark in publications like Electric Literature, Capsule Stories, and Haverthorn Press, among others. Residing amidst the vibrant creativity of Brooklyn, New York, she shares her abode with her dearest companions.
