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Sarah Nicole Lemon creatively reimagines the story of Bluebeard in her new novel, A Dark and Wild Wood

The project is her first foray into adult dark fantasy after previously writing young adult fiction

PEOPLE is partnering with Lemon to provide an exclusive first look at the cover of A Dark and Wild Wood

Sarah Nicole Lemon is breaking new creative ground with her first foray into adult fiction, A Dark and Wild Wood .

The North Carolina-based author, who made her debut in the young adult genre, explores the realm of dark fantasy in her new book, out spring 2026, which puts a unique twist on the timeless story of Bluebeard.

According to a synopsis, A Dark and Wild Wood follows Salomé, a woman who "has been plagued by visions of spirits and dangerous powers she c

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