Lots of twists with a creepy ending
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This is a fascinating movie. Lots of twists in the plot. And, at least to me, the ending was quite unexpected and more than a little creepy. If you are in the mood for a different type of movie, check out Ex Machina. You won't be disappointed.
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Annaliese disappeared a year ago. Then she shows up to a party covered in blood. She is taken to the hospital then told she can go home. But she knows something is wrong. She knows people are expecting her to be like the person they saw a year ago, but something is wrong. Annaliese is not that girl. She is completely different and doesn't have the energy to get that point across. But the more Annaliese does, the more of her past is slowly reveled until you find out what happened to her.

This was one creepy book. The beginning did drag but when you start finding out about her past it picks up. The story did seem a little jerky and disjointed but it was written that way on purpose. You learn about Annaliese when she does. It can be confusing but it was a great way to get your creepy going.

I really liked this book. Just know that his is going to be meant for older teenagers. There are some situations that may not work well for younger teens.

Shawn Kovacich
Author and Creator of numerous books and DVD's.
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I get nothing for my review and I borrowed this book from my local library.
A creepy read about a girl who cannot remember what happened to her or who killed her friend.  Stella does not remember anything about the day that Jeanie disappeared. She wonders what Jeanie would be like if she was still alive but she has tried to move on with her life. But then on the night that Jeanie disappeared 10 year later at a party another red-haired girl is found murdered. This spurs Stella into action and she does discover that if you look for monsters, you will find them. I had a good time reading this book, it is like all my favorite teen horror movies but it has a happy ending, which is good in my opinion. Stella is a mean girl who grows so much over the course of the book. She goes from just wanting to be popular enough to keep up with her best friend to wanting to do whatever it takes to find the truth and be happy. I did not find this book to be very creepy but I did like the little chills it gave me. Siwory did a good job and I forwarding to reading another book by her.

I give this book a Four out of Five stars.
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This book draws you in from the first page as Mr. Bjornson wakes up unable to move at the hands of a killer. From there, Todd Thiede progresses the story forward to different murders. The murders are scary and creepy, but they make you want to keep reading more. Max and Jesse make great, trustworthy partners, and the story overall is quite creative. There are a few typos and errors, but it doesn't take anything away from the thrilling plot. This was a pretty disturbing, but suspenseful and interesting read.
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lost boy lost girl does fall apart a little in the end and, for once, I think the author, Peter Straub, could have expanded the story a little, as well as giving it a creepier ending that would tie the story together a little more tightly.  There are a number of threads in this tight weave, though, and the reader will enjoy the build-up and the mystery as it unfolds.  Tim Underhill is a wonderful character and his family makes sense in this book.  The creeping horror quotient is high (and with a serial killer and a haunted house how could it be otherwise) and will carry the reader breathlessly through until the end when a little feeling of letdown may mar the experience.  The author is still one of the masters and this is, for the most part, a fine example of his work.
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This was a short story, but one full of twists and turns that kept me reading. It was very different about a man who worked nights reporting traffic issues over the radio. Greg starts out as a shut in who only really leaves his house to go to work. During the day he is sleeping and trying to deal with his horrible anxiety.

The book really takes off when he fails to report an accident to someone who calls and asks if the roads are clear. Greg forgets that there is a stalled car on the highway, and the semi slams into it, killing the driver. The driver comes back to haunt Greg, stating he has 7 days to solve his unfinished business or he will die. At first I thought about the movie, The Ring, and how it is a somewhat similar premise. But it is mentioned in the book! Sylvia, his therapist compares his issue to the movie.

There are several twists that caught me off guard. There are some spoilers, so don't read ahead if you don't want to know ----

Sylvia's real job was unexpected. The fact that she turns out to be a massage therapist instead really made the story come full circle. Also, Draven! I was shocked to learn his "role" in the story since he started out to be likable. I guess that's how most psychopaths are described though.

I like the way this story ended. I'm glad that Greg got over his anxiety, came out of his shell, and his life got much better. Him and Sylvia staying together is great, and though most of the book is dark and spooky, at least it ended with him making good of his life and helping stop child prostitution. Great book - I recommend it.
3822860
Really creepy story but in a really good way, sort of a need to finish it to find out how it ends and what it all means.  I really cant wait to read the next two.
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When Greer is caught shoplifting (again) her parents pack her up and send her to McCracken Hill, a reform school for troubled teens. Shoplifting is only one of Greer's vices (she also has a tendency to sleep around and has an eating disorder).To Greer, the move to McCracken Hill is all very annoying. She's not easily won over by the staff or the self-help chit chat that is supposed to be therapeutic and help her deal with her disorders. But then she meets Addison, ex-skinhead and drug and alcohol abuser with a very troubled past. Recently reformed and on his way to a better life, Addison attributes his life changes to his mentor -- a man named Joshua. At first glance, Joshua seems to be the perfect mentor -- kind, funny and peaceful. But soon Greer begins to notice things -- strange things -- about Joshua. He's obviously not what he appears to be. When Greer tells Addison about her mistrust in his mentor and that gets back to Joshua, it leads to all kinds of trouble for Greer. Soon, cleaning up her act is the least of Greer's worries. Now she needs to try and stay alive.

This book was very well-written and full of all kinds of twists and turns. There are mind-games a plenty here and sometimes you never know who you can trust. It's definitely a pulse-pounder and will keep you turning the pages well past your bedtime.

Greer is a very unreliable narrator (and I love that). She's good at manipulation and getting her way, and seeing her struggle with this is interesting. I liked the dynamic between her and Addison, but it's the tension-filled scenes between her and Joshua that drive the book. The mystery surrounding Joshua is very compelling and creepy.

The book moves at a quick pace, though there were a few times when I felt it stumbled a bit. While the ending felt like it fizzled a bit, this is still an interesting read and one I would recommend to fans of thrillers.
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Despite some of the negative reviews this book received, I decided to give it a try because it seemed like a good creepy story.  I was very pleased to find that this book was VERY creepy indeed!  An overall good horror story with a darkening sense of dread that runs throughout is what you will find should you choose to read this book.  I found myself really hoping the best for the main character as he struggled with his inner demons, only to find that his greatest hopes are not as they seem.  The small town in which the story takes place is the perfect setting for the horrific mysteries that the protagonist will unearth.  Satanism and witchery abound as the story progresses toward its very dark ending.  I would definitely recommend this to anyone who enjoys good supernatural horror.
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CREEP, the debut novel by Jennifer Hillier, is a psychological thriller that will keep you guessing until the very end and will leave the song by the band Radiohead of the same name (Creep) stuck in your head.  And oh that ending, it `creeped' me out!  Dr. Sheila Tao is a professor of psychology and a sex addict.  Ethan is her teaching assistant and more.  Morris is her fianc and about to find out.  There's an extra person in this romantic equation and that equals trouble.  If I were to compare this book to another, I'd compare it to GONE GIRL.  Only, I liked CREEP better.  At the end of the book is a teaser chapter for the sequel, FREAK.  I'll definitely be reading the sequel.  4.5 stars.
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I got this book from the public library.

Maggie Holloway is reunited with her stepmother whom she had lost contact with years ago. Maggie runs into Nuala Moore her stepmother while attending a friends family reunion.  Maggie and Nuala are excited about reconnecting and having a chance to catch up. Before that happens Nuala is murdered in her home.

Thia book has just enough creepy and some mystery to it. As Maggie is dealing the the tragic loss of Nuala she starts to investigate some odd findings she comes across. Centered around this is Latham Manor.  A retirement type place that Nuala suddenly changed her mind about moving into just days before her murder. Living there also was Nuala great friend Greta Shipley who died shortly after Nuala.

Odd things are going on like people wanting to buy Nuala home. Elderly people also given bad investment information and losing thousands of dollars. Even though I had an idea as to who the suspect was and was correct I still enjoyed this book and glad I borrowed it to read.

I did enjoy the love interest story line between Maggie and Neil. The fact that it was not all mushy and the realization of how things were--feelings was nice. Book was a tad slow but really started to pick up as it got closer to the end. Earl was an interesting person and I can picture people thinking he was odd or eccentric but his family background does make sense to his hobby and interest. Gives the story more of a creepy element.

The start of this story reminds me of another book I had read that was similar to this. Based in the Northeast and someone wanting houses--I can't remember the name of the book or who wrote it. Glad I continued to read on as this book is different.
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Cera Singer is a seventeen year old from Saraland, Alabama. She lives with her mother and step father. Times are hard for her family and things seem to be getting worse when news arrives that changes the family's life for ever. Cera's Grandmother, Lyanna Barrett, has died and left Cera's family a house, a car and money. However, her will stipulates that the family must live in the house in Mount Harrison, New York, for one year.
After moving to Mount Harrison, Cera discovers not only that her Grandmother was a witch, but that she and her mother are too.
In the woods behind her house she meets Abellona Abbott, a three hundred year old witch who has placed a curse on the inhabitants of Mount Harrison in revenge for her death. Abellona hates all Barretts, believing she was betrayed by one of Cera's ancestors.
Cera is having a hard time at her new school and missing her friends. Things improve a little when she makes friends with Katelyn, another outsider, who is also a witch and was her Grandmother's apprentice. Together Katelyn and Cera try to protect the town from Abellona and set out to discover the truth about the part the Barrett's played in Abellona's death.
This story is told in the first person. Cera has a very distinctive voice. She's impulsive, brave and stubborn and the author has brought her vividly to life. She has all the problems of the average teenager but also has to come to terms with her new found powers as a witch. She's a very strong character, yet still a typical teenager.
The writing is very descriptive and atmospheric and makes good use of the locations of the woods and the Genesee River. Cera's moods affect the weather and when she gets angry or stressed she brews up storms, one of which shatters the windows of her house.
I liked the relationships between Cera and her family. She's very close to her parents but still gets into typical teenage moods with them.
There are some genuinely creepy moments in this story, as when Cera meets Abellona in the woods, and also in the closing section of the book.
This would be an easy five star for me if there hadn't been so many typo's which I found irritating and detracted from the story. The plot is suspenseful, unpredictable and contains plenty of twists and turns. A gripping and engrossing read.
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The author does a great job weaving the story and developing the troubles with which Paul, the protagonist deals.  You know that everything isn't all right, but you can't quite put your finger on it.  Creepy atmosphere, nightmares that seem like part of the reality of the story.  I found myself worrying about the woman next door and Paul's connection to her and her plight.  Highly recommended and satisfying read - I hope this author writes a LOT more!
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I was very impressed with how well written and scary this book turned out to be. The author gives you plenty of clues as to a possible "big reveal" and so the story doesn't hinge on any one thing. It is enjoyable and creepy throughout, with some really cool and fun ideas. I read this book as a random choice because I was in the mood for something scary, and am now grabbing some of the author's novellas and short stories as well. Well done!
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Great characters, disturbing plot lines, and just when you think you know all the answers...I will read this one again
127367
Interesting and creepy.  But I like that.  It was a creepy book... but the story was really good and kept me engaged.  The ending was not what I thought but overall I thought it was a really good read.
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I enjoyed reading this book. I'm not a big fan of horror so there are some parts I found a bit disgusting but overall I found the story to be addictive and even challenging at times. There are also some great touching moments. I found the ending much stronger than the start.

I guess if you're already a fan of weird horror fiction you'll love this. It's quite a disturbing read. Quite entertaining !
Oh, and the cover is wonderful !