Nowhere Burning by Catriona Ward
Nowhere Burning is a literary thriller by Catriona Ward, set in a mountain valley that becomes a refuge for runaway children. Riley and her brother Oliver arrive seeking a new family, but the children guard the valley’s secrets and something sinister remains among the ruins of Nowhere House.
At a glance
- A suspense story centred on Riley and her younger brother Oliver seeking sanctuary in a secluded valley.
- The setting combines a refuge for runaway children with the history of a burned house and buried graves.
- The listing describes the book as a literary thriller with horror elements.
Reference price: $34.99
Price checked: 13 Nov 2026
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Pros
- The plot premise brings together an isolated setting, a family escape and mysteries rooted in the valley’s past.
- At 304 pages, the listed print length gives readers a clear sense of the book’s scope.
Technical specifications
9 specifications| Publisher | Viper |
|---|---|
| Publication date | 26 May 2026 |
| Edition | Export/Airside |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 304 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1800811020 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1800811027 |
| Weight listed | 378 g |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 15.2 x 2.8 x 23.4 cm |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers interested in atmospheric literary thrillers with horror elements and an isolated setting.
- Readers drawn to stories about siblings, runaway children and secrets from a troubled past.
Less suited to
- Readers looking specifically for a light or purely uplifting story, as the listing describes dark and horrific subject matter.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
38% 38% - 4 stars
37% 37% - 3 stars
19% 19% - 2 stars
4% 4% - 1 star
2% 2%
Aggregate ratings are mostly in the four- and five-star categories, with a smaller spread across the lower categories. This offers a generally favourable but not unanimous signal, but the rating data does not show what readers praised or criticised. It cannot establish how the book’s dark, suspenseful premise will suit an individual reader.
Frequently asked questions
What is Nowhere Burning about?
Riley takes her brother Oliver to Nowhere, a remote valley that shelters runaway children. They encounter a fiercely guarded community and secrets connected to the ruins of Nowhere House.
How long is the book?
The listing gives a print length of 304 pages.
What edition and language are listed?
The listing identifies it as an Export/Airside edition in English.
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