Abandon

In a remote mining town, every resident vanished on Christmas Day in 1893. Journalist Abigail Foster and her team uncover chilling truths as they face both supernatural and human threats.

In Abandon, a standalone thriller by Blake Crouch, a century-old mystery unfolds in a remote mining town where every inhabitant vanished without a trace on Christmas Day in 1893. The eerie scene of abandoned cabins, untouched meals, and a complete lack of remains paints a haunting picture of a place lost to time. Journalist Abigail Foster and her historian father embark on a journey to uncover the truth behind this chilling disappearance, hoping to shed light on the dark secrets that linger in the town.

As they explore the desolate area, they are joined by two unconventional guides: a psychic and a paranormal photographer. Rumors suggest that the town is haunted, but Abigail and her team soon discover that the supernatural may be the least of their concerns. Isolated twenty miles from civilization and facing an impending blizzard, they realize they are not alone. The group must confront both the unforgiving elements and unforeseen human threats as they delve deeper into the town's mysteries.

Abandon combines elements of old-West history with a gripping survival thriller. As Abigail and her companions navigate the treacherous landscape, they encounter challenges that test their limits and reveal the deadly power of the town's secrets. Crouch masterfully weaves a tale that is both a nail-biting adventure and a thought-provoking exploration of greed and evil, ensuring that readers are left on the edge of their seats until the very last page.