The Furies

Violet is a survivor of a fatal car crash. Her father and younger sister died in the accident. She and her mother are not coping well as they try to move on with their lives. Violet receives a scholarship to an exclusive all-girls school. After finishing the school year being home schooled, Violet begins at Elm Hollow. She meets Robin and a close friendship begins.

Violet is invited to participate in a special class with Robin, Alex and Grace. They learn about the history of the school and the original head mistress that was burned as a Witch. Because she longs to belong, Violet follows their lead. This may not be in her best interest though. She begins drinking, smoking and doing drugs. In the book there are scenes of rape, sexual assault, child abuse and violet deaths. This is a very dark story that I found gripping and disturbing at the same time.