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Clown in a Cornfield 2: Frendo Lives by Adam Cesare

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dark tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

3.25

A solid sequel. The first book was definitely better, but this one had some creepy moments. I find the mob mentality scary! 
The Funhouse by Dean Koontz, Owen West

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dark mysterious medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

Okay…this book is conflicting. On one hand, super creepy and interesting. On the other, lacking in details and the end was anticlimactic. Overall, just alright.
The God of the Woods by Liz Moore

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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? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.0

I enjoyed many things about this novel…the setting, the characters, and the plot. It was excellent to listen to and one plot twist/reveal was crazy! Would have loved an epilogue. 
Clown in a Cornfield by Adam Cesare

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dark tense fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.0

Very creepy and crazy!!!! This is a fast read with a couple twists and turns. Definitely some slasher vibes with a hint of cult elements. 
The Hero of Ages by Brandon Sanderson

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adventurous mysterious slow-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? Yes

3.75

I did enjoy the story, it’s well written, and the end was outstanding. However; I found with this one and the second book is the Mistborn series drag at times. Maybe it’s me…I am a rather big mood reader. Overall, would recommend. 
Summer of Night by Dan Simmons

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dark mysterious tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

A mix of “The Body” (Stand by Me) and Stranger Things, then add a touch of Supernatural. Totally fabulous summer spooky read. I loved it!
The Shadows by Alex North

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dark mysterious medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.0

A very creepy read! The story and characters were all good. The ending was just a little off for me. Overall, totally worth it! 
The Invited by Jennifer McMahon

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dark mysterious medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.5

This book was so very interesting! The characters were great, the setting was perfect, and all the twits and turns in the plot keep you guessing…then throw ghosts in! Awesome! Only holding off on 5 because I felt it ended too abruptly. Would have loved another chapter. 
Swan Song by Robert R. McCammon

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dark hopeful mysterious tense slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.0

Reminded me very much of ‘The Stand’ by Stephen King. A bit slow at times, but the plot and characters keep you hooked. The end was worth it. 
Camp Damascus by Chuck Tingle

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dark emotional tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.25

Took a little while to get into and figure out where the plot was going. The middle was solid and had good plot building. The end was great!