Bloody Summer

In "Bloody Summer," bestselling author Carmen Maria Machado explores the haunting mysteries of Never-Again, Pennsylvania, where a seemingly innocent children's hand-game song hints at a long history of curious tiger sightings. A researcher arrives to investigate these peculiarities for an academic paper, only to unearth unsettling truths connected to a past event steeped in violence. This captivating short story is part of "Trespass," a collection showcasing wild tales about animal instincts, human folly, and the essence of survival.