Greymist Fair

Greymist Fair by Francesca Zappia is a haunting tale set in a mysterious village surrounded by a dark, magical forest. Two roads wind through the woods and meet at Greymist Fair, a secluded village sustained by families who never leave. The villagers know the forest is perilous, and straying from the paths can invite danger—or worse.

Heike, the village's young tailor, stumbles upon a dead body on one of the roads and begins to investigate the crime. Her search for the culprit unravels a series of strange and chilling events, pulling her deeper into the forest's secrets and the village's hidden past.

Drawing inspiration from the grim, lesser-known fairy tales of the Brothers Grimm, Francesca Zappia weaves an enthralling murder mystery told through multiple perspectives. Each narrative sheds' light on the central crime while exploring themes of childhood fears, the weight of adult responsibilities, and the search for belonging in the face of life's harsh realities. Zappia's richly atmospheric storytelling creates a compelling blend of fantasy, mystery, and gothic intrigue that will captivate readers.