The Dear Ones

The God of the Woods meets Tana French in this gripping, small-town, psychological thriller—New York Times bestselling author Megan Abbott's most propulsive page-turner yet.

When two teenage girls disappear overnight, a small town’s close-knit community begins to crack...

For two years and two months, death has haunted the town of Garland. A string of brutal crimes and strange accidents has left the community dazed with grief and rage, convinced a curse has descended upon them.
And just when it seems things can’t get any worse, two teenage girls disappear.

Field hockey stars Misty Meighan and Shauna Brewster would never miss the season’s biggest game, and as panic grips the town, Garland’s close-knit community begins to crack, exposing a web of secrets, shame, and violence hiding in plain sight.

The remaining Garland Devils decide take the search into their own hands, but will they be able to find their friends and end the curse before it’s too late?

The Dear Ones, is a gripping, satisfying, multi-threaded thriller about obsession, desire, and power, and is Megan Abbott’s most propulsive, page-turner yet.

Standard and Primary covers are widely available through general retailers. They often have higher print runs and can be cheaper, especially during sales.

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Omnibus

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• Typically 800-1000+ pages
• Higher price point, often €100-€150

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• Collect shorter runs or story arcs
• Usually 300-600 pages
• Priced between €30-€50

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The choice between these formats often depends on personal preference, budget, and collecting goals. Omnibus and OHC editions offer larger artwork and more content but at a higher price, while TPs provide a more affordable way to collect complete story arcs