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Save:'The Entity' by Frank De Felitta is a terrifying tale based on a true story of Carlotta Moran, who is terrorized by an unseen entity that violently rapes her each night. Despite her distressing experiences, no one believes her, including her own children. Carlotta's journey involves moving houses to escape the entity, seeking psychiatric help, and eventually finding assistance through paranormal researchers. delves into the psychological and supernatural aspects of Carlotta's haunting, leaving readers questioning the reality of her experiences and the existence of malevolent spirits.
The narrative is divided into four parts, providing a detailed account of Carlotta's life, the disbelief she faces, and her quest for help. The writing style captures the vulnerability of the characters, the psychological turmoil of the protagonist, and the eerie encounters with the entity. combines elements of horror, paranormal activity, and psychological thriller, keeping readers on edge as they navigate through Carlotta's nightmarish experiences.
There had been no warning. No way to predict. Nothing at all. She had gotten out of her car. Her back was hurting. She remembered thinking: welfare is a good thing, but it makes you do what they want.... - #2
Save:'Darkness of Light' follows the story of Ember Brycin, a teenager with unique abilities who is misunderstood and sent to a school for troubled teens. Throughout the book, Ember navigates strange events, discovers her true self, and forms complicated relationships, especially with the mysterious Eli Dragen. The plot is filled with mystery, romance, and supernatural elements, keeping readers engaged as Ember unravels the secrets of her world. The writing style is described as humorous, engaging, and filled with witty dialogues that bring the characters to life.
I scanned the decorated gym. Cheesy cardboard cutouts and paper streamers dangled from the ceiling. Red and black balloons and huge paper mache masks tried to cover up the basketball hoops and the sch... - #3
Save:Invisible Murder by Lene Kaaberbøl is a gripping thriller that follows the story of Red Cross nurse Nina Borg as she gets entangled in a complex web of danger and intrigue while trying to help Hungarian refugees in Denmark. The book weaves together multiple plotlines involving characters like Sandor, a law student in Budapest, and Jorgen Skou Larsen, a retired Danish building inspector, to create a suspenseful tale that explores themes of racism, illegal immigration, and the plight of the Roma community in Europe.
The authors, Kaaberbøl and Friis, skillfully blend together various storylines that eventually converge to reveal a thrilling mystery at the heart of the novel. Through their detailed research and compelling writing style, they paint a vivid picture of the characters' struggles, the socio-political issues they face, and the unexpected twists that keep readers engaged from beginning to end.
When he got out of bed in the mornings, he felt a certain amount of resistance as he inhaled, as if breathing was no longer something that could be taken for granted. He had to exert himself. The pain...
(Also, see 30 recommendations for the series Nina Borg ) - #4
Save:The House of Small Shadows by Adam Nevill is a horror novel that revolves around Catherine Howard, who is invited to value the contents of the Red House, once owned by the late taxidermist and puppeteer M. H. Mason. The house is filled with disturbing displays of posed animals and macabre puppets, and as Catherine explores the place, she experiences a sense of dread and terror. Strange occurrences and dark secrets from both the house and Catherine's own past start to unravel, blurring the lines between reality and nightmare. The writing style is described as dense, claustrophobic, and intense, effectively building a world of terror that leaves readers feeling uneasy and on edge.
As if by a dream Catherine came to the Red House. She abandoned her car once the lane’s dusty surface was choked by the hedgerows, and moved on foot through a tunnel of hawthorn and hazel trees to gli... - #5
Save:The Warrior's Path in the When Women Were Warriors series by Catherine M. Wilson is a beautifully rendered high fantasy novel that follows the journey of Tamras, a young woman who sets out to become a warrior in a matriarchal society. The plot weaves together elements of coming of age, self-discovery, and finding love amidst a backdrop of training, adventure, and fable-like stories. The writing style is described as enchanting, with vivid descriptions, excellent dialogue, and the incorporation of poetic phrases that draw the reader into the world of women warriors.
Breda watched in silence while she braided a cord from strips of rabbit skin and attached it to the bag. He fidgeted a bit when another man took the bag from her for a moment and admired it. When she ... - #6
Save:"The Frozen Dead" by Bernard Minier is a chilling crime novel set in the Pyrenees Mountains of southern France. The story follows Commander Martin Servaz as he investigates the brutal killing of a horse owned by a wealthy individual, which leads him to the Wargnier Psychiatric Institute where Europe's most dangerous psychotics are housed. As Servaz delves into the investigation, he collaborates with the local gendarmerie and crosses paths with a young psychologist, Dr. Dianne Berg, who is interning at the institute. The narrative weaves together two parallel threads - the criminal investigation and Dr. Berg's integration into the institute - culminating in a suspenseful and dark conclusion set against the backdrop of a harsh winter in the mountains.
The Pyrenees. Diane Berg watched them loom into sight as she drove over the hill. A white barrier, still quite far away, stretching the entire breadth of the horizon, hills breaking like waves against... - #7Hitby:
Save:'Hit' by Mallory Hart is a gripping mafia romance novel that follows the story of Pina, a fierce Mafia princess who refuses to conform to her predetermined fate. When Darragh, the youngest son of the Irish Mafia head and a hitman, is tasked with killing Pina, their lives take an unexpected turn as he ends up kidnapping her instead. The book is filled with intense moments, suspense, and passionate scenes, all leading to a cliffhanger ending that leaves readers desperate for more. The relationship between Pina and Darragh evolves from enemies to allies, as they navigate a dangerous world of revenge, intrigue, and chemistry.
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Save:In the book 'Arrival' by A.G. Wilde, readers are taken on a thrilling journey as Earth is invaded by the hive-minded species called Gryken, who are systematically destroying the planet and its resources. The story follows Adira, a captured human breeder held in despair by the Gryken, until she is rescued by the Vullan aliens, led by Fer'ro. The plot is filled with suspense, action, romance, and complex world-building, creating a post-apocalyptic landscape where the humans must fight alongside the Vullans to rid Earth of the evil invaders.
The writing style in 'Arrival' is described as engaging, with a perfect pacing that keeps readers hooked from the first page. The characters, especially Adira and Fer'ro, are portrayed as strong-willed individuals who learn to trust each other in the face of mortal peril. The book offers a unique take on alien invasion, with the aliens being depicted as truly alien, adding depth to the storytelling and creating a believable chemistry between the main characters.
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Save:The China Garden by Liz Berry is a paranormal romance novel that follows the story of Clare, a 17-year-old girl who moves with her mother to an old English estate called Ravensmere. As Clare starts experiencing strange visions and unraveling the mysteries surrounding the estate, she discovers her intertwined destiny with a local bad boy named Mark. The book is described as a sweet teen romance with supernatural elements set in the English countryside, filled with magic, mystery, romance, and family secrets. The writing style is noted to be flowery and poetic, creating a captivating atmosphere for the unfolding of the plot.
Dark of the moon. Near dawn. Starlight shimmered along the dragon walls. Nothing stirred in the China Garden. No breeze. No night sound. The only waking creature was a tortoiseshell cat sitting on the... - #10
Save:The War of the Worlds by H.G. Wells is a classic science fiction novel that narrates the invasion of Earth by Martians, as witnessed by a survivor. The book explores themes of survival, human behavior in the face of catastrophe, and the clash between advanced alien technology and the resilience of humanity. Written in a reportage style, the novel effectively conveys a sense of suspense and dread, with vivid descriptions of the alien invasion and the post-apocalyptic world left in its wake.
No ONE WOULD HAVE believed in the last years of the nineteenth century that this world was being watched keenly and closely by intelligences greater than man’s and yet as mortal as his own: that as me...
