Books matching: monsters lurking in the woods

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    The Shuddering by Ania Ahlborn
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    Ryan decides it will be fun to visit the family's vacation home one last time before new owners take it over. Inviting his sister Jane, her ex and his best friend Sawyer, Sawyer's girlfriend April and Jane's best friend Lauren, means that there will be more tension than fun. With the snow closing in, they are unaware that ancient creatures who come with the snow are closing in on all the humans in the area and taking them down for food. Now they are watching Ryan's house and waiting for their opportunity to strike. The delivery was fast Amazon after all, and the book in mint condition.

    Don slapped the trunks of the trees with his left hand as he ran past them, a small ax held tight in his right. He struggled for breath as steam rose from his lungs. As he twisted midrun, casting a wi...

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    Sunburn by Darren Dash
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    'Sunburn' by Darren Dash is a traditional, grisly monster story with a lot of twists and turns and a strong, fantastical horror theme. The book follows the summer holiday of Dominic, his girlfriend Martini, and best mate Curran as they travel to Bulgaria. The trio's journey is filled with detailed descriptions of the characters, building up suspense as they encounter a terrifying monster lurking in the woods, with the theme of sunburn playing a pivotal role in the story. The writing style is visual and descriptive, with occasional glimpses into the monster's point of view adding depth to the creature and strategically paced action scenes keeping the reader engaged.

    Martini was fighting to claim the right to choose where she, Dominic, Curran and Liz went on holiday. The boys had arranged their last few trips abroad. The quartet had hit Brussels, Prague and Ibiza,...

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    Near the Bone by Christina Henry
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    Near the Bone by Christina Henry is a chilling tale of survival and horror set in a remote forest on a mountain. The story follows Mattie, who was kidnapped by her abusive husband, William, at a young age and raised in isolation to be his wife. As William's cruel and controlling behavior escalates, Mattie discovers a monstrous creature lurking in the woods, leading to a harrowing battle for survival against both human and supernatural threats. The narrative skillfully weaves themes of trauma, resilience, and the darkness of human nature, keeping readers on edge with its suspenseful and brutal storytelling.

    The book delves into the psychological and physical torment endured by Mattie at the hands of William, while also exploring the mystery of the woodland monster that threatens their lives. With a gripping plot filled with unexpected twists and a writing style that evokes a sense of dread and tension, Near the Bone delivers a bone-chilling reading experience that is both horrifying and compelling.

    Then she saw the orange fur matted with blood, and the place where something sharp had torn through the fox’s middle. Viscera were strewn over the snow, the scent fresh and strong despite the cold air...

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