Silver in the Wood
by Emily Tesh
Tobias has lived for centuries in Greenhollow Wood, bound to its strange, fae-haunted magic. When charming young folklorist Henry Silver moves into the manor, Tobias's quiet existence is upended. An M/M fantasy novella.
About This Book
Silver in the Wood is a fantasy romance novel by Emily Tesh, first published in 2019 by Tom Doherty Associates. It runs 109 pages. Readers can expect opposites attract, slow burn.
At a glance
- Genre
- Fantasy
- Trope
- Opposites Attract
- Published
- 2019
- Length
- 109 pages
- Format
- Paperback
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Why You May Love This Book
You may love this if…
- A centuries-old guardian of the woods finds his solitary existence challenged when a charming young folklorist moves into his territory.
- Readers of atmospheric fantasy
- Fans of fae folklore
- Features Opposites Attract
- Compelling premise
The Romance
Tropes, dynamics, and the chemistry that drives this story.
Relationship Dynamics
Details
Type: M/M fantasy novella
Pairing: M/M
Power balance: Implied imbalance due to Tobias's centuries-long experience with magic versus Henry's role as a human folklorist.
Age gap: Centuries
How It Feels
The emotional landscape you'll move through while reading.
Heat Level
Based on available metadata and editorial review.
Who Is This Book For?
Best for
Recommended audience: Adults
The Story
Spoiler-Free Synopsis
Tobias has lived for centuries within Greenhollow Wood, acting as a steward for its ancient, fae-haunted magic. His quiet, isolated life is disrupted when Henry Silver, a young folklorist, moves into the local manor. As the two men cross paths, the dynamic between the ageless protector and the curious academic begins to shift.
Central Conflict
The tension between Tobias's desire to maintain his protective isolation in the woods and the intrusion of the charismatic Henry Silver into his life.
Setting
Greenhollow Wood, specifically focusing on an old manor and the surrounding fae-influenced forest.
Strengths
- Compelling premise
- Strong atmosphere
Discussion Guide
Questions to deepen your reading experience or spark a book club conversation.
- 1
How does the central conflict shape the relationship between the main characters?
- 2
How does the setting influence the characters' decisions and their relationship?
- 3
How do the relationship dynamics evolve throughout the story?
- 4
Who would you most want to recommend this book to?
- 5
How did the pacing affect your reading experience?
- 6
Which aspect of the story did you find most compelling?
How This Profile Was Created
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- Editor reviewed:
- Yes
- Last reviewed:
- October 13, 2026
- Confidence:
- Moderate confidence
- Profile version:
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About the Author
Emily Tesh
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Publication Details
- Publisher
- Tom Doherty Associates
- Published
- 2019
- Format
- Paperback
- Length
- 109 pages
- Language
- English
- ISBN-13
- 9781250229793
- ISBN-10
- 1250229790
Silver in the Wood: quick answers
- Who wrote Silver in the Wood?
- Silver in the Wood was written by Emily Tesh.
- When was Silver in the Wood published?
- Silver in the Wood was first published in 2019 by Tom Doherty Associates.
- What genre is Silver in the Wood?
- Silver in the Wood is a fantasy romance novel, with opposites attract, slow burn.
- How many pages is Silver in the Wood?
- Silver in the Wood is 109 pages long (Paperback).
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