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Save:A chilling, heartwarming middle-grade adventure great for fans of spooky small-town secrets and strong friendships - just be ready for an unresolved ending and the urge to grab book two!
Thirteens by Kate Alice Marshall is a middle-grade book set in the mysterious town of Eden Eld. The story follows Eleanor, Otto, and Pip, three thirteen-year-olds who discover they are next in line to disappear as part of a sinister town secret. As they uncover the truth about the town's dark history and the curse that plagues it every thirteen years, they must work together to survive the challenges and mysteries that surround them. The book seamlessly weaves elements of friendship, mystery, and suspense, creating a captivating and atmospheric setting that keeps readers hooked until the very end.
Eleanor stared at the grandfather clock in the third-floor hall. It stood eight feet tall, made of dark oak. A bone-white pendulum hung within the case, carved like cords woven together in a loose dia...August 2020•243 pages - #2
Save:Gorgeously written, deeply creepy, and packed with gruesome detail - "The Monstrumologist" is a must-read for horror fans and anyone who loves their monsters with a side of intellect and literary flair. Just don’t read it while eating lunch!
'The Monstrumologist' by Rick Yancey is a gripping horror novel set in an alternate turn of the century where a mad scientist, Dr. Warthrop, and his young apprentice, Will Henry, hunt terrifying monsters known as the Anthropophagi. The story is filled with gruesome descriptions of monsters, gore, and intense action scenes, creating a dark and suspenseful atmosphere. The narrative is told from Will Henry's perspective, providing a coming-of-age element to the tale and adding humor to the otherwise morbid and grotesque storyline.
The book delves into the dangerous world of monster hunting, exploring themes of fear, morality, and the horrors that lurk beneath the surface of society. As Will and Dr. Warthrop face off against these monstrous creatures, readers are taken on a thrilling journey filled with suspense, graphic details, and unexpected twists. The vivid descriptions of the monsters, along with the complex characters and their relationships, make 'The Monstrumologist' a compelling and chilling read for fans of horror and dark fantasy.
I can’t recall what I had for breakfast this morning, but I remember with nightmarish clarity that spring night in 1888 when he roused me roughly from my slumber, his hair unkempt, eyes wide and shini...2009•459 pages A gripping and eye-opening memoir that reads like a medical drama - both terrifying and hopeful. Ideal for anyone intrigued by the mysteries of the mind, real-life diagnoses, or the triumph of human resilience.
Susannah Cahalan's 'Brain on Fire: My Month of Madness' is a gripping memoir chronicling her terrifying descent into madness due to a rare autoimmune response attacking her brain. Through Cahalan's journalistic skills, the book presents a detailed account of her struggle to regain her lost memories and identity, while shedding light on the medical mysteries and misdiagnoses that many individuals face when dealing with similar afflictions.
One morning, I’d woken up to find two red dots on the main purplish-blue vein running down my left arm. It was early 2009, and New York City was awash in bedbug scares: they infested offices, clothing...November 2012•292 pages- #4
Save:A clever, gory, and original horror short told entirely through tweets - fresh and fun for horror and tech fans, but the unique format may not click with all readers.
Twittering from the Circus of the Dead by Joe Hill is a short story narrated through a series of tweets by a snarky teenage girl named Blake, documenting her family's road trip vacation that takes a terrifying turn when they stumble upon the Circus of the Dead. The story unfolds in a unique format, blending teenage angst with horror elements as the family faces gruesome and eerie experiences at the circus, challenging their perception of reality.
August 2013•160 pages A clever, insightful take on the zombie apocalypse - more geopolitical think-piece than horror slog. Worth reading for the concept alone, especially if you enjoy unique narrative formats and global perspectives.
World War Z: An Oral History of the Zombie War by Max Brooks is a unique take on the zombie genre, presented as a series of global interviews in the aftermath of a future zombie apocalypse. The book covers the beginning of the zombie outbreak through to the end of the war, exploring different perspectives from people of various cultures and professions. Through these interviews, the author paints a vivid picture of the events that survivors lived through, creating a chillingly realistic account of a global epidemic.
The novel is structured as a faux sociological account, discussing what happened before, during, and after World War Z from the viewpoints of people ranging from soldiers to politicians to average citizens. The book focuses not on the zombies themselves but on the human element, showcasing how humanity managed to survive and adapt in the face of a catastrophic event. The narrative style, presented as a historical perspective with interviews conducted worldwide, adds depth to the storytelling and provides a fresh take on the zombie apocalypse genre.
[At its prewar height, this region boasted a population of over thirty-five million people. Now, there are barely fifty thousand. Reconstruction funds have been slow to arrive in this part of the coun...September 2006•400 pages- #6
Save:A suspenseful, twist-packed haunted house mystery that's more fun than frightening - great for a cozy fright night, as long as you don't mind a few genre tropes and surprises that keep coming until the last page.
Maggie Holt returns to Baneberry Hall, a house her family fled in terror when she was five years old. Her father wrote a bestselling memoir about their haunting experience, but Maggie has no memories of it and believes it to be lies. After inheriting the house upon her father's death, she decides to uncover the truth behind the horrors of the house, alternating between present-day experiences and excerpts from her father's book. The book weaves a thrilling horror story filled with suspense, false clues, and red herrings, keeping readers engaged from beginning to end.
From the moment I enter the office, I know how things are going to go. It’s happened before. Too many times to count. And although each incident has its slight variations, the outcome is always the sa...June 2020•430 pages - #7
Save:Grab this if you want a juicy, high-stakes thriller with a dark sense of justice, a dash of revenge, and enough page-turning suspense to keep you reading late into the night - just don’t expect to root for the heroes!
The Escape Room by Megan Goldin is a psychological thriller that follows the story of four high-flying investment bankers - Vincent, Jules, Sylvie, and Sam - who are trapped in an elevator during a team-building exercise turned deadly. As they struggle to solve cryptic clues to escape, dark secrets and past misdeeds come to light, leading to a thrilling game of survival. The narrative alternates between the present-day plight of the trapped bankers and the backstory of a former employee named Sara, gradually revealing the interconnected web of deception and revenge in the cutthroat world of high finance. Goldin weaves a gripping tale of suspense and mystery, with intricate character development and a fast-paced plot that keeps readers on the edge of their seats.
Vincent was the last to arrive. His dark overcoat flared behind him as he strode through the lobby. The other three were standing in an informal huddle by a leather sofa. They didn’t notice Vincent co...2018•372 pages - #8
Save:A chilling, creative YA sci-fi horror that’s perfect for fans of space mysteries and supernatural scares - just be ready to wade through a slow start before the terrifying pay-off.
'172 Hours on the Moon' by Johan Harstad is a YA sci-fi horror novel that follows the story of three teenagers who are chosen to go on a mission to the moon by NASA. The book explores their individual struggles and fears as they face mysterious and terrifying events on the moon. The plot unfolds slowly, building up tension and suspense, eventually leading to a chilling climax that leaves readers thoroughly creeped out. The writing style incorporates elements of realism by blending facts about space, the moon, and past space travel, adding an extra layer of authenticity to the story.
The book delves into themes of secrets, love, family dynamics, and the unknown, as the characters navigate through a series of eerie and spine-tingling experiences on the moon. The narrative is filled with twists and turns, keeping readers on the edge of their seats as they uncover the dark history of the DARLAH station and the moon missions, culminating in a haunting and unforgettable ending.
It seemed like half of Japan was at Narita International Airport. But most of them weren’t actually going anywhere. They had all come to see Midori Yoshida say good-bye to the old country on her way t...2008•373 pages - #9
Save:A relentlessly creepy, skin-crawling survival horror with a unique antagonist - perfect for fans of bleak, fast-paced terror, but steer clear if you don’t like frustrating characters or stories that offer little hope.
A group of young people vacationing in Mexico venture into the jungle in search of a missing brother, only to find themselves trapped in a nightmare as they encounter an ancient and otherworldly presence that leads to horrific and terrifying events. The story unfolds in a remote location, with the characters making bad decisions that result in a collapse of their society, while the environment becomes increasingly hostile, mirroring the deterioration of their relationships.
The plot of the book revolves around a group of tourists facing peril in the Mexican jungle, where they are confronted by killer vines that manipulate and terrorize them. The narrative is filled with tension, suspense, and horror, as the characters struggle to survive the sinister forces at play, leading to a gripping and gruesome conclusion that keeps readers on the edge of their seats.
2005•420 pages - #10
Save:'I Still Dream' by James Smythe is a compelling and thought-provoking story that explores the creation of artificial intelligence and its impact on humanity. The plot follows the protagonist, Laura Bow, a coding prodigy who develops a program named Organon that evolves alongside her, blurring the lines between technology and humanity. The narrative spans over a century and delves into themes of memory, loss, and the future of technology, offering a nuanced exploration of the complexities of human relationships with AI.
I’m sifting through the post, looking for the telltale return address on the telephone bill that I’m going to steal before my parents can see it. My glasses steam up, because Mum keeps the house warm...January 2018•400 pages
