North Woods is a masterpiece, and my first (but not last!) foray into the world of this talented writer. Mason's writing is a revelation, particularly his vivid descriptions of nature, which left me forever changed in how I perceive something as ordinary as an apple. 

This novel is a captivating exploration of the lives and legacies of those who have called a yellow house in the north woods of Massachusetts home over the course of a century. Mason delves deep into the souls of his characters, bringing both the living and the spectral to life with haunting beauty. What sets North Woods apart is its unique narrative structure: a mosaic of linked stories, songs, poems, letters, and articles.

As I turned the pages of this book, I found myself not merely reading but experiencing the changing seasons and moods of the north woods, in harmony with the characters who inhabited it. Mason's portrayal of the house as a silent witness to the joys, sorrows, and secrets of its inhabitants is a testament to his skill as a storyteller. 

EVERYONE should read this incredible novel!