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a_plot_to_remember's review
4.0
I'm rating this 4 stars because while I really loved this book, there was a rape scene that just did not sit well with me at all. How it was executed and how the victim was portrayed left a bad taste in my mouth and I can't excuse that so I have to take a star off for it. Otherwise, the rest of the book was great. It has similar elements to The Shining and The Hellbound Heart - two stories that I absolutely LOVED!
marieplatts's review
4.0
Fans of Stephen King will love this creepy horror novel by Philip Fracassi. It was one of the best horror books I've read this year. It kept me on the edge of my seat. This was the first book I've read by Fracassi, but I can't wait to read more.
This book delves into human nature and how far will you go to get what you want and be successful. Tyson Parks is becoming a washed up author until his wife gifts him a writing desk. Once he starts writing, he can't stop and his writing is more horrific than it has ever been. Tyson rides to fame, but without consequences. His books have unleashed a terror that he can't stop and is affecting his loved ones.
This book delves into human nature and how far will you go to get what you want and be successful. Tyson Parks is becoming a washed up author until his wife gifts him a writing desk. Once he starts writing, he can't stop and his writing is more horrific than it has ever been. Tyson rides to fame, but without consequences. His books have unleashed a terror that he can't stop and is affecting his loved ones.
jeffschaible's review
4.0
Occult and possessive objects are familiar horror story fodder, but this was well done. Past-his-heyday horror author Tyson Parks is gifted a new (evil) writing desk for his birthday and we’re off to the races. There were enough surprises along the way to keep it feeling fresh.
I hadn’t read Philip Fracassi before, but I’ll make a point of seeking out more of his work.
I hadn’t read Philip Fracassi before, but I’ll make a point of seeking out more of his work.
kirstycarson1's review
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
evievievie's review
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25
Dark, well written, with unexpected turns and some really inspiring imagery.
bfed's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0