Racing into the Dark: A Novel

How Far Would You Go to Save the Sister You Love?

Sisters Beth and Ellen have always been close. The youngest of three daughters, Ellen is emotional and unpredictable—often dismissed by her family as dramatic or attention-seeking.

But as she grows older, the line between Ellen’s imagination and reality begins to blur. When she becomes a mother, her behavior can no longer be ignored, forcing the family to confront a troubling truth.

Despite the demands of her own growing family, Beth repeatedly steps in to rescue her sister, risking the stability of the life she has built. As Ellen’s struggles deepen and the consequences ripple through the entire family, Beth must confront an agonizing question: how much of herself can she sacrifice to save the sister she loves?

About the Author

Kate Woodworth is the award-winning author of the literary climate fiction novel Little Great Island and of Racing into the Dark, originally published in 1989. A retired medical writer and a certified end-of-life doula as well as the creative force behind the grassroots climate change initiative Be the Butterfly, she has appeared on C-Span2 Book TV; Good Morning, Utah; NPR’s Maine Calling; and Good Day, Maine. Kate earned her MFA from Boston University and lives in the Boston area.

Praise for Racing Into the Dark

“Vivid and honest, dramatic and without pat resolutions: an impressive debut.”
—Kirkus Reviews

“A compelling exploration of mental illness…Emotionally gripping.”
—Booklist