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One great dark thriller novel is 'Gone Girl' by Gillian Flynn. It has a complex plot full of twists and turns that keep you on the edge of your seat. The characters are well - developed and the psychological aspect of the story is very dark and engaging.

Dean Koontz is another popular author. His novels often blend elements of the supernatural with dark thriller plots. For example, in 'Intensity', he creates a tense and thrilling story with a strong female lead facing a terrifying serial killer.

Some of the best dark thriller novels include 'The Shining' by Stephen King. The isolated setting of the Overlook Hotel and the slow descent into madness of the main character, Jack Torrance, creates a really intense and dark atmosphere. 'We Need to Talk About Kevin' by Lionel Shriver is also a great one. It tells the story of a mother trying to come to terms with her son's violent actions in a very dark and thought - provoking way. And 'The Secret History' by Donna Tartt, which is set in a group of elite students who get involved in a murder, has a dark and alluring plot.

The 'Dark Wood Circus' may or may not be a completely true story. It could be a blend of truth and fiction. In the world of entertainment, many stories are inspired by real events but are then embellished for dramatic effect. The circus might be based on an actual circus that once existed, with its own set of traditions, performers, and challenges. But some aspects of the story, such as supernatural elements if any, are likely added for the sake of a good narrative. For instance, if there are tales of magical performances in the 'Dark Wood Circus', those might be fictional while the general concept of a circus traveling through the woods could be based on real - life routes that circuses took in the past.

I'm not entirely sure as the details about this specific story are not widely known to me. But typically in such a story, there might be a child protagonist who is brave enough to enter the dark wood. There could also be some friendly animal characters that help the child along the way.

One of the main themes is probably fear. The 'dark dark' setting implies a sense of unease and fear that children can experience in unknown or spooky places. Another could be adventure as the characters might be on a journey in this dark wood. Also, it could be about discovery, like finding something new or learning about themselves while in this challenging environment.

I'm not sure specifically as there could be many novels with such a title. It might be about a circus in a dark wood, perhaps with strange happenings, unique characters like circus performers, and a mysterious atmosphere that the dark wood setting creates.

I would recommend 'The Talented Mr. Ripley' by Patricia Highsmith. It follows Tom Ripley, a complex and somewhat disturbing character, as he gets involved in a web of lies and murder. It's a very psychological and dark thriller. 'Misery' by Stephen King is also a great option. A famous writer is held captive by his 'number one fan' in a very dark and terrifying situation. And 'The Killer Inside Me' by Jim Thompson, which gives an in - depth look into the mind of a seemingly ordinary but actually very dangerous man in a small town.

Since I haven't read the 'dark wood circus novel', I can't say for sure. But it might have circus performers like acrobats, clowns, or ringmasters as main characters.

I think 'Before I Go to Sleep' by S. J. Watson is a great dark crime thriller. The main character has amnesia and she's trying to figure out the secrets of her past, which are full of mystery and danger. It has a really interesting premise. 'The Cuckoo's Calling' by Robert Galbraith (J. K. Rowling) is also a good choice. It has a great detective character and a complex murder mystery to solve.