Jessica Hamilton: The Woods

Author Jessica Hamilton visits KPL to discuss her haunting new horror novel, The Woods. In conversation with Elizabeth DiCesare. We Used to Live Here meets The Amityville Horror in The Woods, a haunting novel about Alice, a frustrated wife and grieving mother whose life is turned upside down when she moves her family into a secluded house sheltered by ancient woods. As her family reluctantly settles in, the cracks in their relationships begin to show. And when inexplicable things start happening, Alice must confront the possibility that her refuge may be her undoing. Is her menopausal mind playing tricks on her, or is there something ancient and malevolent lurking in the woods? --- Presented in partnership with Simon & Schuster Canada Audience Q&A and book signing to follow. Books will be available to purchase onsite from Words Worth Books. About the Author Jessica Hamilton was born in Australia but grew up in Canada. She has lived and worked in the Czech Republic, Taiwan, India, and Japan. She studied writing at the Humber School for Writers as well as George Brown College and has published two thrillers, What You Never Knew and Don't Your Dare. She lives in Ontario, Canada, with her husband, son, and daughter. Ticket Policy Reminder! We oversell these events to make sure that the most people have an opportunity to attend. Tickets are only guaranteed until 15 minutes before the show starts, at which point we will start opening up available spots to the rush line. Accessibility at Kitchener Public Library Kitchener Public Library has assistive listening devices available for library program participants who are Deaf or hard of hearing. Please call or email us if you would like more information on this equipment, or to request to use it in this program. Please let us know as far in advance as possible and we will do our best to meet your request. Phone 519-743-0271 or email [email protected]. This program is made possible through the support of the City of Kitchener.