The Arboreal Van

Synopsis

Six young teens expected a mundane road trip, but they got something far stranger: their minibus, the 'Wanderer,' is now perched precariously high in an impossible tree, miles from anywhere. Stranded in this bizarre, elevated prison, Maya, Liam, Chloe, Noah, Sam, and Zara must pool their wits and courage to survive. The vehicle, once a symbol of freedom, becomes their fragile sanctuary against the elements and the terrifying heights. As days turn into nights, they face dwindling supplies, internal conflicts, and the constant, chilling threat of falling. But the true horror lies not just in their precarious perch, but in the unsettling feeling that they are being watched from the shadowed ground below, a silent, unseen presence adding to their mounting dread. The situation escalates with near-fatal accidents and terrifying encounters, pushing the group to their breaking point. Hope seems lost until Maya remembers an old, inherited locket—a family heirloom rumored to possess unusual properties. In a desperate, final gamble, they unlock its hidden potential, discovering that escape doesn't just require grit, but tapping into something ancient and magical. 'The Arboreal Van' is a pulse-pounding experimental fantasy that explores survival, fear, and the unexpected power found in the most unlikely places, perfect for readers who crave suspense and the extraordinary.