Daughters of the Lake - Wendy Webb - A Short Summary & Review

Daughters of the Lake - Wendy Webb - A Short Summary & Review

By: a.d. elliott | Take the Back Roads - Art and Other Odd Adventures

A Rite of Fancy Book Recommendation and Review

Dreams about the past and other disasters.

A short summary:

Daughters of the Lake weaves together past and present through dreams, memories, and a haunting family legacy tied to a secluded lake. When a woman begins experiencing vivid dreams that feel more like recollections than imagination, she’s drawn into the unresolved tragedies of generations before her.

As the story unfolds, hidden truths slowly rise to the surface, revealing how grief, love, and denial echo through families over time. Webb blends gentle suspense with a supernatural undertone, creating a narrative where the past insists on being remembered, whether the living are ready or not.

My favorite quote from the book:

"Denial of unpleasant reality is just as powerful as the reality itself."

-Wendy Webb, Daughters of the Lake

Questions to ponder while reading:

Does your family have secrets?

Do you dream?

My review:

All families have their mysteries, and this novel leans fully into that truth.

Daughters of the Lake treats ghost stories not as cheap scares, but as vessels for memory and unfinished business. The supernatural elements are restrained and atmospheric, giving the story a soft unease rather than outright fear.

I especially enjoyed how the novel ties emotional inheritance to place, how land, water, and family history quietly shape the present. And just when you think you understand where the story is headed, Webb delivers an interesting twist that reframes what came before.

This is a thoughtful, gently haunting read, perfect for readers who enjoy mystery with a touch of the otherworldly.

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About the Author
a.d. elliott is a wanderer, photographer, and storyteller traveling through life

She shares her journeys at Take the Back Roads, explores new reads at Rite of Fancy, and highlights U.S. military biographies at Everyday Patriot.

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