Don't Let The Forest In - CG Drews

A dark, haunting YA horror that blends queer romance, twisted fairy tales, and dark academia into an unforgettable story.

Andrew has always found comfort in writing eerie fairy tales for Thomas, the boy who inspires both his imagination and his heart. But when the new school term begins, Thomas has changed. His parents have disappeared, he's hiding bloodstained secrets, and he refuses to explain what's happening.

Determined to uncover the truth, Andrew follows Thomas into the nearby forest, where he discovers a terrifying reality—Thomas is battling monstrous creatures that have stepped straight out of Andrew's own stories. As the boys are drawn closer together, the monsters grow stronger, forcing them into a desperate fight for survival. To end the nightmare, they may have to confront the very source of the darkness.

Winner of the 2025 Queensland Literary Awards Young Adult Book Award and nominated for the 2026 Carnegie Medal, this bestselling novel delivers chilling horror, emotional depth, and unforgettable characters.

Perfect for readers who enjoy dark academia, gothic and supernatural horror, twisted fairy tales and character-driven fantasy with emotional romance.

Beautifully unsettling and impossible to put down, this is a gripping coming-of-age horror that explores love, obsession, and the monsters we create.

Paperback

336 Pages

Hachette Children's Group

131 x 197 x 31 (mm)

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