About the Book When an old friend disappears in Aokigahara, Japans infamous suicide forest, Tark and the ghostly Okiku must resolve their differences and return to find her. In a strange village inside Aokigahara, old ghosts and an ancient evil lie waiting Book Synopsis Teens will savor the vivid portrayal of ghost exorcism as well as the action-packed adventure, romance, and drama of this tale... An exciting, unforgettable drama that echoes Stephen King infused with Japanese culture -- School Library Journal The breathtaking and haunting companion to The Girl from the Well , from the highly acclaimed author of the Bone Witch trilogy The darkness will find you. Seventeen-year-old Tark knows what it is to be powerless. But Okiku changed that. A restless spirit who ended life as a victim and started death as an avenger, shes groomed Tark to destroy the wicked. But when darkness pulls them deep into Aokigahara, known as Japans suicide forest, Okikus justice becomes blurred, and Tark is the one who will pay the price... Suspenseful and creepy, The Suffering is perfect for readers looking for Spooky books for young adults Japanese occult and horror novels Ghost story books for teens East Asian folklore Praise for The Girl from the Well Theres a superior creep factor that is pervasive in every lyrical word of Chupecos debut, and its perfect for teens who enjoy traditional horror movies...the story is solidly scary and well worth the read . -- Booklist Chupeco makes a powerful debut with this unsettling ghost story...told in a marvelously disjointed fashion from Okikus numbers-obsessed point of view, this story unfolds with creepy imagery and an intimate appreciation for Japanese horror, myth, and legend . -- Publishers Weekly STARRED review It hit all the right horror notes with me, and I absolutely recommend it to fans looking for a good scare . -- The Book Smugglers