The Winter People.

"The Winter People" by Jennifer McMahon is a gripping and chilling novel that masterfully blends the supernatural with the profoundly human fear of loss. Set against the haunting backdrop of Vermont's icy landscape, this narrative delves into the mysteries of the small town of West Hall, where legends of the "winter people" — those who have returned from the dead — pervade its history. Through the intertwined stories of Sara Harrison Shea, who in the early 1900s is found dead shortly after the tragic death of her daughter, and Ruthie, a young woman in the present day who stumbles upon Sara's diary, McMahon weaves a tale that explores the depths of grief and the desperate measures one might take to reunite with a lost loved one. McMahon's atmospheric writing not only brings the ghostly elements to life but also profoundly captures the essence of Vermont's eerie, snow-laden landscapes, making the setting itself a significant character in this haunting tale. Engaging and suspenseful, "The Winter People" pulls readers into its enigmatic world, holding them captive until its harrowing conclusion.