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graveyardgremlin (7194 KP) rated The Devouring (The Devouring, #1) in Books

Feb 15, 2019

For a book classified as young adult horror, THE DEVOURING defies the usual so-called teen horror and actually does feel horrific. I wouldn't say it's in the same league as some of the best adult horror books out there, but it holds its own and the author does a terrific job creating a tense and creepy atmosphere. I've never been one who has ever scared easily, but if I had read this at a younger age I just might have become a little paranoid. The narrative is swift, engaging and simply told (I simply 'devoured' it. Oh har har har. Okay I'll shut-up now. ;P). Reggie is relatable and strong, while Vour Henry if effectively disturbing, and Eben is enigmatic. The other characters are fine for their purpose, although I do wonder at the twins, and I have a feeling they might feature more in the sequel, which I look forward to reading. A warning for the queasy: disturbing and violent imagery is used quite a bit, so some people might want to pass on this book.

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ArecRain (8 KP) rated Everealm (Everealm, #1) in Books

Jan 18, 2018

Everealm (Everealm, #1)

J.D. Wright | 2014 | Romance, Science Fiction/Fantasy

8.0

(3 Ratings)

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I received a complimentary copy in exchange for an honest review.

I was a little confused going into this novel because I wasnt sure what to expect. From what I have researched, this is supposedly young adult. While the writing style makes it seem YA, there themes not appropriate for that age range. I guess new adult would be more appropriate?

Regardless, the cover is absolutely gorgeous and reflect the feel of the novel. As a fan of fantasy and fairytale retellings, Everealm was a novel I didnt even know I was looking for. The world and creatures she paints with her words are nostalgic of old childhood fairytales. While it still has many [cliché] themes that seem to be found in all YA novels (love triangle, etc.), the author added her own touch. It is a guilty pleasure feel good novel, free of heavy complexities that makes a novel more work than pleasure.

Overall, I enjoyed the novel and the feel that accompanied reading it. It is nothing groundbreaking, but the author has a lovely style that could be great.

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Echoes of Us

S.H. Timmins

8.0 (1 Ratings) Rate It

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What happens if your life begins on the wrong side of right? What will you sacrifice when secrets...

The Forgotten Child (A Riley Thomas Mystery #1)

Melissa Erin Jackson

7.0 (2 Ratings) Rate It

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Ever since Riley Thomas, reluctant medium extraordinaire, accidentally released a malevolent spirit...

mystery horror paranormal romance adult The Forgotten Child

Karenbmwmew (0 KP) rated Alice in Zombieland - White Rabbit Chronicles in Books

Sep 1, 2018

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Zombies

Great Read

I enjoyed this book. It is a young adult book and may not be what some are looking for. The main character Alice first seemed as most teenagers caught up in their own world and wanting to do what they want to do but by the end of the book she had grown into a young lady who realizes there is more to the world then just what she wants. I don't want to give anything away but she has to go through a lot before realizing that life is beyond her little world and there are things out there that she can help to do that in turn helps others.

Besides there are zombies.....and they aren't your typical zombie there are some twist to these that make them a bit more interesting. Not only do they have to fight the zombies but other humans as well when it comes to making the world safe.