Bright and Deadly Things

A widowed Oxford fellow confronts deadly secrets at a remote retreat in Bright and Deadly Things, where trust is a dangerous game.

In Bright and Deadly Things, a remote academic retreat in the French Alps turns into a chilling mystery. Emily, a widowed Oxford fellow, seeks solace among friends at the rustic Chalet des Anglais, hoping the isolation will provide her with the healing she desperately needs. However, the lack of modern conveniences quickly becomes the least of her worries as a series of unsettling events unfold during her stay.

The tranquility of the retreat is shattered when Emily interrupts a break-in at her home just before her departure. Upon her arrival at the chalet, she stumbles upon a compromising situation between a student and a colleague. The sudden disappearance of the student raises alarm bells, and Emily's unease escalates when she discovers her late husband's number in her call history. These incidents force her to confront the shadows of her past and question the safety of her present surroundings.

As secrets unravel and tensions rise, Emily realizes that the retreat may not be the sanctuary she envisioned. In Bright and Deadly Things, trust becomes a fragile commodity, and she must navigate a web of deceit to uncover the truth. With each revelation, the stakes grow higher, leading to a gripping climax where Emily fights not only for answers but for her very survival.