A remote mountain resort. A disappearing body. A killer who knows exactly where you are.

The Hiding Season by Ava Glass is a gripping standalone thriller packed with suspense, shocking twists, and nonstop tension. Set against the breathtaking yet unforgiving backdrop of the Montana Rockies, this atmospheric mystery follows one woman's fight for survival after witnessing a crime no one believes ever happened.

After a devastating divorce, Maya Landry escapes to the solitude of Montana, accepting a seasonal job caring for luxury ski lodges during the quiet months. Surrounded by towering mountains and miles of wilderness, she's finally beginning to heal.

Then she discovers a dead body.

When Maya returns with the authorities, the body has vanished—and so has every trace that it was ever there. With no evidence and no witnesses, the police question Maya's credibility, leaving her isolated and doubting her own sanity.

But someone knows the truth.

Soon, mysterious warnings turn into deadly attacks, forcing Maya to flee with a stranger who claims he's trying to save her. As danger closes in from every direction, Maya must decide who she can trust before the people hunting her make sure she disappears forever.

Fast-paced, atmospheric, and impossible to put down, The Hiding Season is a suspense-filled thriller that will keep readers guessing until the final page.

Why You'll Love The Hiding Season

• Standalone psychological thriller
• Remote mountain setting
• Edge-of-your-seat suspense
• Fast-paced mystery
• Twisty plot with shocking reveals
• Strong female protagonist
• Isolated survival story
• Perfect for thriller fans

Tropes & Themes

• Witness to murder
• Disappearing body
• On the run
• Remote wilderness
• Isolated setting
• Can you trust anyone?
• Wrong place, wrong time
• Survival thriller
• Hidden conspiracy
• Fresh start gone wrong

Perfect For Fans Of

• Freida McFadden
• Lucy Foley
• Gilly Macmillan
• Karin Slaughter
• Lisa Jewell
• Ruth Ware
• B.A. Paris
• The Last Thing He Told Me

Book Details

Title: The Hiding Season

Series: Standalone

Author: Ava Glass

Format: Paperback

Genre:

• Thriller
• Psychological Thriller
• Suspense
• Mystery

Pages:
368

Publication Date:
March 17, 2026

Dimensions:
7.96 × 5.21 × 0.88 inches

About the Author

Ava Glass is the pseudonym of a former crime reporter and civil servant whose experience working within the British government inspired her bestselling suspense novels. She is also the author of the acclaimed Emma Makepeace spy thrillers, including Alias Emma, The Traitor, and The Trap. Her novels are known for their fast-paced plots, atmospheric settings, and unforgettable suspense.