Liz Moore on The God of the Woods

In this episode of Tom’s Book Club, Liz Moore discusses her gripping novel The God of the Woods, shortlisted for the 2026 British Book Awards in the Crime & Thriller category.Set in a remote American summer camp, the novel begins with the disappearance of a teenage girl — fourteen years after her brother vanished in the same wilderness. As the search unfolds, long-buried secrets surrounding the powerful Van Laar family begin to surface, raising questions about what really happened, and who might be responsible.In this conversation, Liz Moore explores the origins of the novel, her approach to writing across multiple timelines and perspectives, and the challenges of inhabiting such a wide cast of characters. She also discusses research, character creation, and the real-life influences behind the story. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.