All the Things We Do in the Dark: A Dark YA Thriller of Secrets and Scars

Sadie meets Girl in Pieces in this dark, emotional thriller by acclaimed author Saundra Mitchell.

Something happened to Ava. The curving scar on her face is proof. Ava would rather keep that something hidden―buried deep in her heart and her soul.

But in the woods on the outskirts of town, the traces of someone else’s secrets lie frozen, awaiting Ava’s discovery―and what Ava finds threatens to topple the carefully constructed wall of normalcy that she’s spent years building around her.

Secrets leave scars. But when the secret in question is not your own―do you ignore the truth and walk away? Or do you uncover it from its shallow grave and let it reopen old wounds―wounds that have finally begun to heal?

• A Haunting Psychological Thriller: Ava’s scar is a permanent reminder of a past she wants to forget. But the discovery in the woods forces her to confront not only a new crime, but the trauma she’s fought so hard to bury.
• Amateur Sleuth Story: When she uncovers a secret that isn’t hers, Ava is pulled into a dangerous investigation in her small town, seeking justice for a victim who can no longer speak for herself.
• Trauma Survivor's Journey: Written with raw honesty, this is a powerful story about the aftermath of violence and the courage it takes to reclaim your own narrative.
• Slow Burn LGBTQ Romance: Amidst the darkness, a tentative connection with a girl named Hailey offers a spark of light. But in a world built on secrets, trust is a dangerous thing to give.
• A Gripping Page-Turner: Perfect for fans of Courtney Summers and Kathleen Glasgow, this chilling mystery will keep you guessing until the final, shocking page.

Saundra Mitchell has been a phone psychic, a car salesperson, and a denture-deliverer. She’s dodged trains, endured basic training, and hitchhiked from Montana to California. These days, she lives in Maryland and this is her first novel for adults.