The Farm

"The Farm," shortlisted for the 2025 Aurealis Award for Best Horror Novel, is a psychological Gothic thriller set on a remote Australian farm. It follows Leila, who, after a health crisis, moves to the countryside with her partner James, only to encounter strange noises, visions, and growing suspicions about her new environment. The novel explores themes of isolation, trauma, and control, delivering a tense, vividly written narrative that keeps readers questioning what is real. Praised for its immersive and chilling storytelling, it is a compelling and suspenseful read that invites deep discussion.