Water Shall Refuse Them

Discover the haunting tale of Water Shall Refuse Them by Lucie McKnight Hardy, published by Dead Ink Books in 2019. This gripping novel unfolds in a small village on the Welsh borders during the sweltering heatwave of 1976. As Nif's family grapples with the devastating loss of her little sister to an accidental drowning, Nif turns to an imaginative form of witchcraft, crafting spells from the animal parts she discovers around the village. With 256 pages of evocative storytelling, Hardy weaves a narrative that explores grief, resilience, and the power of imagination. Perfect for readers who appreciate dark, atmospheric fiction, this paperback edition invites you to delve into a world where the boundaries between reality and magic blur. Immerse yourself in this compelling read that will keep you captivated until the very last page.