What the Lake Knows
Devienne Weekes is a Montana-based author whose work explores the intersection of place, memory, and time. Drawing inspiration from the landscapes of the American West, she writes stories rooted in locations where the past still lingers—submerged towns, abandoned communities, and the spaces history has left behind.
She holds a degree in elementary education with endorsements in reading and instructional media and has spent over a decade working in education. Her background in literacy and storytelling continues to shape her approach to writing.
Devienne lives in southwest Montana, where the land itself carries echoes of what came before. Her debut novel, What the Lake Knows, reflects her interest in hidden histories and the quiet ways the past continues to shape the present. Her upcoming work expands on these themes through historical fiction and time slip.
Devienne Weekes
Where the past lingers—and sometimes finds its way back.
Reader Reviews
What early readers are saying about What the Lake Knows.
What the Lake Knows is a gripping and page-turning mystery. One of those books that pulls you in from the very beginning, causing the book to be on your mind even when it's not in your hands. The author does an incredible job with the character build outs. As the reader, I felt connected to the main characters immediately. The main characters' chemistry was solid yet subtle, causing the reader to lean in even more. The visual imagery that the author provides within her narrative style allowed me to create the world inside of my head, resulting in a more complex and enjoyable reading experience. I thoroughly enjoyed it, I read it in two days, and I cannot wait until her next book!
— hALEY,
BOOK LOVER
I just finished What the Lake Knows, and it stayed with me long after the final page. The atmosphere of Pine Valley and the slowly emerging drowned town was beautifully written and incredibly vivid. Emily Warren felt like a real, relatable character, and her curiosity about Clara Jennings’ disappearance kept me turning pages. I loved how the story explored memory, loyalty, and the hidden truths small towns often carry. The pacing builds steadily, revealing pieces of the mystery at just the right moments. If you enjoy thoughtful mysteries with emotional depth and a haunting setting, this book is definitely worth reading.
— cHARLOTTE,
Goodreads Reviewer
Such an odd tale, which wasn't at all where I thought it was going...well, some of it did, lol. There were several surprises along the way and I really enjoyed it!
One of my favorite characters in here is Blake the friend/potential boyfriend of the main character, Emily, as he stays calm in the midst of chaos, always by her side or has her back, just letting her know he's there to support her. I like that! Her younger sister, Kate (an artist), also lets it be known that she's there for her, whatever it is that she's going through. I sure would like a look at her sketchbook as I feel that the whole story might be unconsciously hidden in it's depths.
I actually was surprised at an unexpected turn in the storyline that changed everything! Well done, you!
Two thumbs up! 👍👍
— cHOYANG,
gOODREADS rEVIEWER
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Caboose Canyon Press
Deeply rooted in the vast silence and rugged beauty of the American West, Caboose Canyon Press is an imprint dedicated to atmospheric, place-driven fiction. We believe stories are born from the landscape itself—the whispering pines, the shadowed lakes, and the echoes of the canyon walls. Our mission is to amplify voices that explore the intersection of human emotion and the untamed wilderness, crafting literary journeys that linger long after the final page is turned.
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