I will happily read a wintry mystery any time of year, but there’s nothing more perfect (in my opinion!) than sinking into a chilling crime novel as the winter season approaches—and if you agree, you’ll want to add Emma Haughton’s recently-released mystery THE DARK to your to-read pile. THE DARK has garnered major buzz in the UK, and it’s easy to see why. This atmospheric and immersive crime novel transports readers to the desolate landscape of Antarctica, weaving a clever and claustrophobic mystery that will appeal to fans of classic “locked room” crime stories and psychological suspense alike. Following an emergency medicine doctor who accepts the job of a lifetime, THE DARK takes place in the isolated setting of a UN research station in Antarctica. Surrounded by nothing but ice and snow, unable to leave or be reached by outside help, our story’s unwitting characters settle in for months of isolation… with a killer in their midst. THE DARK blends immersive setting with palpable tension and ever-increasing stakes. A slow-burning first half builds to a white-knuckle conclusion in this chilling and atmospheric story. Consider adding this one to your winter to-read list.