They Drown Our Daughters
They Drown Our Daughters by Katrina Monroe, published by Sourcebooks in 2022, is a modern gothic horror novel that explores the intertwining themes of motherhood, queer identity, and inherited trauma. Set against the backdrop of the crumbling seaside cliffs of Cape Disappointment, the story follows Meredith Strand as she returns to her hometown with her daughter after a bitter separation. The town’s haunting atmosphere is amplified by the waves and the unsettling stories of the past that begin to resurface, revealing a legacy that threatens to engulf them all.
Readers will find a chilling narrative that delves into the emotional depths of its characters as they confront the specters of their family history. As Meredith grapples with her mother’s Alzheimer’s and her daughter’s transformation, the novel weaves together elements of ghostly folklore and the supernatural. With a page count of 384, this edition invites readers to immerse themselves in a tale that blends horror with poignant reflections on the bonds between women, making it a compelling addition to the genres of fiction and thrillers.
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If you can hear the call of the water,
It’s already far too late.
After a bitter separation, Meredith Strand returns to the crumbling seaside cliffs of Cape Disappointment with her daughter in tow. They say the town is haunted, but to Meredith it seems more plagued by regret than any malevolent force. However, the waves crash louder than she remembers and the stories her mother once whispered are harder to ignore. Something is watching.
As her mother suffers from the early stages of Alzheimer’s and her daughter begins to change, Meredith is drawn into a haunting legacy that spans generations of women. If she isn’t careful, all three women, bound by blood and heartbreak, will be lost one by one to the ocean’s mournful call.
They Drown Our Daughters is a modern gothic horror novel that blends chilling coastal folklore with the emotional depths of queer identity, motherhood, and inherited trauma. With haunting atmosphere and lyrical precision, Katrina Monroe delivers a story that grips both heart and spine.
Praise for They Drown Our Daughters:
“They Drown Our Daughters is haunting, powerful, and unforgettable.” — Darcy Coates, USA Today bestselling author of Gallows Hill
“A slow burn ghostly story that’s perfect for those who love a haunted seaside and mothers fighting for their daughters. It’s romantic, heartbreaking, scary, and beautifully written.” — Horrorbound
“They Drown Our Daughters is the best kind of story– one that will both break your heart and scare the hell out of you.” — Jennifer McMahon, New York Times bestselling author of The Children on the Hill
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