Near the Bone

In a desolate mountain landscape, a woman finds herself battling not only the harsh elements but also the monsters lurking in the shadows. Each day is a test of her resilience as she grapples with the fear of the unknown, the isolation of her surroundings, and the dark truths she must confront. As winter looms, she becomes acutely aware that survival requires more than just willpower; it demands facing the terrifying presence that haunts her existence.

Each twist of the storyline pulls the reader deeper into the psychological struggle of the protagonist, who is torn between her instinct to fight and the suffocating sense of dread that pervades her world. With every encounter, both with the frightening beasts and the echoes of her past, she must reconcile her own inner demons while fending off the physical threats that stalk her.

Amidst the chilling atmosphere and unrelenting tension, her journey evolves into a powerful exploration of fear, courage, and the primal instinct to survive against all odds. The mountains become a character of their own, reflecting both beauty and terror, as the woman discovers what it truly means to conquer her deepest fears.